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NASA's Image and Video Library: A Visual Archive of Space Exploration

NASA's Image and Video Library is one of the most comprehensive public archives of space imagery in the world, containing over 140,000 images, videos, and audio recordings spanning more than six decades of space exploration. From the earliest Mercury and Gemini missions through the Apollo Moon landings, the Space Shuttle era, and today's cutting-edge observations from the James Webb Space Telescope, this collection documents humanity's journey into the cosmos.

The library includes imagery from diverse sources: telescopes like Hubble and Webb that capture deep-space nebulae, galaxies, and exoplanets; planetary missions like the Mars rovers ( browse Mars photos) and Cassini at Saturn; Earth observation satellites ( see EPIC imagery); astronaut photography from the ISS; and documentation of rocket launches, spacecraft assembly, and ground testing. Most NASA images are in the public domain and free to download at full resolution for educational, editorial, and personal use.

Use the search bar above to find specific subjects — try queries like "Apollo 11," "Hubble Deep Field," "Mars surface," or "astronaut EVA." You can also filter by media type (image, video, or audio). For a daily curated experience, visit the Astronomy Picture of the Day.

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NASA image: Artist Concept of Deep Impact Encounter with Comet Tempel 1
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May 9, 2005

Artist Concept of Deep Impact Encounter with Comet Tempel 1

This artist concept gives us a look at the moment of impact and the forming of the crater.

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NASA image: STS-42 Commander Grabe uses DTO 653 MK1 Rowing Machine on OV-103's middeck
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Jan 30, 1992

STS-42 Commander Grabe uses DTO 653 MK1 Rowing Machine on OV-103's middeck

STS042-05-037 (30 Jan 1992) --- Astronaut Ronald J. Grabe, STS-42 commander, exercises using MK1 Rowing Machine on...

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NASA image: KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - Dr. Richard Arkin records data as the hazardous gas detection system AVEMS is used to analyze the toxic gases produced by active vents, called fumaroles, in the Turrialba volcano in Costa Rica. He is using the Aircraft-based Volcanic Emission Mass Spectrometer (AVEMS) that determines the presence and concentration of various chemicals. The AVEMS system has been developed for use in the Space Shuttle program, to detect toxic gas leaks and emissions in the Shuttle’s aft compartment and the crew compartment.
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Mar 31, 2003

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - Dr. Richard Arkin records data as the hazardous gas detection system AVEMS is used to analyze the toxic gases produced by active vents, called fumaroles, in the Turrialba volcano in Costa Rica. He is using the Aircraft-based Volcanic Emission Mass Spectrometer (AVEMS) that determines the presence and concentration of various chemicals. The AVEMS system has been developed for use in the Space Shuttle program, to detect toxic gas leaks and emissions in the Shuttle’s aft compartment and the crew compartment.

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - Dr. Richard Arkin records data as the hazardous gas detection system AVEMS is used to...

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NASA image: NASA Uses Wind Tunnel to Test Advanced Air Mobility Aircraft Wing
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Jul 18, 2025

NASA Uses Wind Tunnel to Test Advanced Air Mobility Aircraft Wing

In May and June, NASA researchers tested a 7-foot wing model with multiple propellers in the 14-by-22-Foot Subsonic...

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NASA image: View of Anderson and Yurchikhin working in the US Lab during Expedition 15
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Aug 30, 2007

View of Anderson and Yurchikhin working in the US Lab during Expedition 15

ISS015-E-25420 (30 Aug. 2007) --- Astronaut Clay Anderson (left), Expedition 15 flight engineer, works the controls...

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NASA image: Christa McAuliffe using Sky-genie during emergency egress training
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Jan 8, 1986

Christa McAuliffe using Sky-genie during emergency egress training

S86-25183 (for release January 1986) --- Sharon Christa McAuliffe, STS-51L payload specialist representing the...

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NASA image: Multi-use Variable-g Platform-02 Cell-03 experiment
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Mar 17, 2020

Multi-use Variable-g Platform-02 Cell-03 experiment

iss062e098371 (March 17, 2020) --- NASA astronaut and Expedition 62 Flight Engineer Andrew Morgan conducts cardiac...

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NASA image: Astronaut James Irwin uses scoop during Apollo 15 EVA
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Aug 2, 1971

Astronaut James Irwin uses scoop during Apollo 15 EVA

AS15-92-12424 (31 July-2 Aug. 1971) --- Astronaut James B. Irwin, lunar module pilot, uses a scoop in making a...

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NASA image: View of Anderson working in the US Lab during Expedition 15
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Aug 30, 2007

View of Anderson working in the US Lab during Expedition 15

ISS015-E-25424 (30 Aug. 2007) --- Astronaut Clay Anderson, Expedition 15 flight engineer, works the controls of the...

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NASA image: Image for NASA Document NASA-TN-D-56. Equipment Used In Investigation. Document Title: An investigation to determine conditions under which downwash from VTOL aircraft will start surface erosion from various types of terrain Figure 2. Equipment Used In Investigation
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May 14, 1959

Image for NASA Document NASA-TN-D-56. Equipment Used In Investigation. Document Title: An investigation to determine conditions under which downwash from VTOL aircraft will start surface erosion from various types of terrain Figure 2. Equipment Used In Investigation

Image for NASA Document NASA-TN-D-56. Equipment Used In Investigation. Document Title: An investigation to determine...

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NASA image: NASA is sending a rover to hunt for water on the Moon (Raw Animations)
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Oct 25, 2019

NASA is sending a rover to hunt for water on the Moon (Raw Animations)

Silent animations of the VIPER rover for use by the media and others. About the size of a golf cart, the Volatiles...

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NASA image: A visit to the MSFC electrostatic levitation (ESL) laboratory by
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Aug 16, 2018

A visit to the MSFC electrostatic levitation (ESL) laboratory by

Allan Bonet (undergraduate student, University of Florida) prepares a test cell for ground-based testing in support...

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NASA image: A visit to the MSFC electrostatic levitation (ESL) laboratory by
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Aug 16, 2018

A visit to the MSFC electrostatic levitation (ESL) laboratory by

Evan Wilson (undergraduate student, University of Florida) observes a test apparatus to measure interfacial tension...

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NASA image: Multiple Instruments Used for Mars Carbon Estimate
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Sep 2, 2015

Multiple Instruments Used for Mars Carbon Estimate

Researchers estimating the amount of carbon held in the ground at the largest known carbonate-containing deposit on...

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NASA image: OSIRIS-REx:1st US Asteroid Sample Lands Soon (Official NASA Trailer)
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Sep 18, 2023

OSIRIS-REx:1st US Asteroid Sample Lands Soon (Official NASA Trailer)

NASA’s Origins, Spectral Interpretation, Resource Identification, Security-Regolith Explorer (OSIRIS-REx) is the...

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NASA image: Johnson uses laptop computer near the A/L hatch in the MDDK during Joint Operations
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Mar 22, 2008

Johnson uses laptop computer near the A/L hatch in the MDDK during Joint Operations

S123-E-008728 (22 March 2008) --- Astronaut Gregory H. Johnson, STS-123 pilot, uses a computer on the middeck of...

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NASA image: STS-116 Pilot Oefelin uses laptop computer in the FD on Space Shuttle Discovery
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Dec 10, 2006

STS-116 Pilot Oefelin uses laptop computer in the FD on Space Shuttle Discovery

S116-E-05210 (10 Dec. 2006) --- Astronaut William A. (Bill) Oefelein, STS-116 pilot, uses a computer on the flight...

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NASA image: Brazilian Astronaut Marcos Pontes uses a computer during Expedition 12/13 joint operations
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Apr 3, 2006

Brazilian Astronaut Marcos Pontes uses a computer during Expedition 12/13 joint operations

ISS012-E-22281 (3 April 2006) --- Brazilian Space Agency astronaut Marcos C. Pontes uses a computer in the Destiny...

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NASA image: Frick uses a 35mm camera in Zvezda during STS-110's visit to the ISS
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Apr 9, 2002

Frick uses a 35mm camera in Zvezda during STS-110's visit to the ISS

STS110-E-5134 (10 April 2002) --- Astronaut Stephen N. Frick, STS-110 pilot, uses a still camera in the Zvezda...

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NASA image: STS-116 Pilot Oefelin uses laptop computer in the MDDK on Space Shuttle Discovery
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Dec 10, 2006

STS-116 Pilot Oefelin uses laptop computer in the MDDK on Space Shuttle Discovery

S116-E-05212 (10 Dec. 2006) --- European Space Agency (ESA) astronaut Christer Fuglesang, STS-116 mission...

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NASA image: Brazilian Astronaut Marcos Pontes uses a computer during Expedition 12/13 joint operations
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Apr 3, 2006

Brazilian Astronaut Marcos Pontes uses a computer during Expedition 12/13 joint operations

ISS012-E-22280 (3 April 2006) --- Brazilian Space Agency astronaut Marcos C. Pontes uses a computer in the Destiny...

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NASA image: Forrester uses communication equipment in the aft FD of STS-117 Space Shuttle Atlantis
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Jun 9, 2007

Forrester uses communication equipment in the aft FD of STS-117 Space Shuttle Atlantis

S117-E-06720 (9 June 2007) --- Astronaut Patrick Forrester, STS-117 mission specialist, uses a communication system...

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NASA image: STS-116 MS Higginbotham uses laptop computer in the MDDK on Space Shuttle Discovery
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Dec 11, 2006

STS-116 MS Higginbotham uses laptop computer in the MDDK on Space Shuttle Discovery

S116-E-05575 (11 Dec. 2006) --- Astronaut Joan E. Higginbotham, STS-116 mission specialist, uses a computer on the...

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NASA image: MS Phillips uses a video camera on the flight deck of Endeavour during STS-100
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Apr 22, 2001

MS Phillips uses a video camera on the flight deck of Endeavour during STS-100

S100-E-5146 (21 April 2001) --- Astronaut John L. Phillips, mission specialist, uses a video camera to record...

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Frequently Asked Questions About NASA Images

Are NASA images free to use?+
Yes, most NASA images are in the public domain and are free to use for educational, informational, and personal purposes. NASA's media usage guidelines state that NASA material is not copyrighted unless otherwise noted. However, the NASA logo and certain insignia are protected. Some images may include identifiable individuals or third-party content that requires additional permissions. Always check the specific image's usage rights and credit NASA as the source.
How many images does NASA have?+
NASA's Image and Video Library contains over 140,000 publicly accessible images, videos, and audio files spanning the agency's entire history, from the Mercury program of the 1960s to the latest James Webb Space Telescope discoveries. The collection grows daily as new missions capture imagery and archival materials are digitized. Individual mission archives, such as Mars rover photos, contain hundreds of thousands of additional images.
Can I download NASA images?+
Yes, you can download NASA images in multiple resolutions directly from this gallery. Each image detail page provides download links for original (full resolution), large (1920px), medium (960px), small (480px), and thumbnail sizes. NASA encourages the public to use these images for education, media, and personal projects. High-resolution originals are ideal for printing and professional use.

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