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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: KSC-2009-2984
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May 8, 2009

KSC-2009-2984

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – At Astrotech Space Operations in Titusville, Fla., technicians begin closeout on the Lunar...

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NASA image: Craters of Time
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Apr 6, 2026

Craters of Time

art002e010399 (April 6, 2026) During a lunar flyby observation period, the Artemis II crew captures craters dotting...

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NASA image: APOLLO 17 - INFLIGHT (1ST EVA)
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Dec 12, 1972

APOLLO 17 - INFLIGHT (1ST EVA)

S72-55065 (11 Dec. 1972) --- Scientist-astronaut Harrison H. Schmitt is seen anchoring the geophone module with a...

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NASA image: Saturn Apollo Program
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Jul 16, 1969

Saturn Apollo Program

Carrying astronauts Neil A. Armstrong and Edwin E. Aldrin, Jr., the Lunar Module (LM) “Eagle” was the first crewed...

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NASA image: Astrobotic's Lander Encapsulation
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Nov 21, 2023

Astrobotic's Lander Encapsulation

Ahead of launch as part of NASA’s Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) initiative, Astrobotic’s Peregrine lunar...

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NASA image: Apollo 9 Lunar Module in lunar landing configuration
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Mar 7, 1969

Apollo 9 Lunar Module in lunar landing configuration

AS09-21-3212 (7 March 1969) --- A view of the Apollo 9 Lunar Module (LM), "Spider", in a lunar landing...

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NASA image: CLPS Peregrine Mission-1 (PM-1) Astrobotic/ULA Liftoff
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Jan 8, 2024

CLPS Peregrine Mission-1 (PM-1) Astrobotic/ULA Liftoff

On the first flight of NASA’s CLPS (Commercial Lunar Payload Services) initiative and Artemis program, a United...

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NASA image: Apollo 15 crew portrait.
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Mar 9, 1971

Apollo 15 crew portrait.

S71-22401 (March 1971) --- These three astronauts have been named by the National Aeronautics and Space...

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NASA image: CLPS Peregrine Mission One (PM-1) Astrobotic/ULA Liftoff
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Jan 8, 2024

CLPS Peregrine Mission One (PM-1) Astrobotic/ULA Liftoff

On the first flight of NASA’s CLPS (Commercial Lunar Payload Services) initiative and Artemis program, a United...

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NASA image: CLPS Peregrine Mission One (PM-1) Astrobotic/ULA Liftoff
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Jan 8, 2024

CLPS Peregrine Mission One (PM-1) Astrobotic/ULA Liftoff

On the first flight of NASA’s CLPS (Commercial Lunar Payload Services) initiative and Artemis program, a United...

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NASA image:    Apollo 12 Mission image - Photo of Al Bean and the TV taken from just inside the rim of Surveyor Crater
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Nov 19, 1969

Apollo 12 Mission image - Photo of Al Bean and the TV taken from just inside the rim of Surveyor Crater

AS12-46-6780 (19 Nov. 1969) --- Astronaut Alan L. Bean, lunar module pilot for the Apollo 12 lunar landing mission,...

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NASA image: CLPS Peregrine Mission One (PM-1) Astrobotic/ULA Live Launch Coverage (4K)
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Jan 8, 2024

CLPS Peregrine Mission One (PM-1) Astrobotic/ULA Live Launch Coverage (4K)

On the first flight of NASA’s CLPS (Commercial Lunar Payload Services) initiative and Artemis program, a United...

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NASA image: Photographic replica of the plaque Apollo 13 astronauts will leave on moon
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Apr 13, 1970

Photographic replica of the plaque Apollo 13 astronauts will leave on moon

S70-34685 (April 1970) --- A photographic replica of the plaque which the Apollo 13 astronauts will leave behind on...

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NASA image: APOLLO 17 - INFLIGHT Experiment Equipment
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Nov 28, 1972

APOLLO 17 - INFLIGHT Experiment Equipment

S72-53952 (November 1972) --- The Traverse Gravimeter Experiment (S-199), with cover removed, which will be used by...

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NASA image: CLPS Peregrine Mission One (PM-1) Astrobotic/ULA Liftoff
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Jan 8, 2024

CLPS Peregrine Mission One (PM-1) Astrobotic/ULA Liftoff

On the first flight of NASA’s CLPS (Commercial Lunar Payload Services) initiative and Artemis program, a United...

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NASA image: Apollo 15 Crew - Lunar Roving Vehicle (LRV) - Simulated Extravehicular Activity (EVA) - NM
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Jan 1, 1971

Apollo 15 Crew - Lunar Roving Vehicle (LRV) - Simulated Extravehicular Activity (EVA) - NM

S71-23774 (11-12 March 1971) --- A wide-angle view showing two members of the prime crew of the Apollo 15 lunar...

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NASA image: Apollo 17 Mission image - Sta 6,Panoramic,LRV
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Dec 13, 1972

Apollo 17 Mission image - Sta 6,Panoramic,LRV

AS17-140-21493 (13 Dec. 1972) --- The Apollo 17 Lunar Roving Vehicle (LRV) is photographed near a large lunar...

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NASA image: CLPS Peregrine Mission-1 (PM-1) Astrobotic/ULA Liftoff
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Jan 8, 2024

CLPS Peregrine Mission-1 (PM-1) Astrobotic/ULA Liftoff

On the first flight of NASA’s CLPS (Commercial Lunar Payload Services) initiative and Artemis program, a United...

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NASA image: Apollo 9 Lunar Module in lunar landing configuration
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Mar 7, 1969

Apollo 9 Lunar Module in lunar landing configuration

AS09-21-3199 (7 March 1969) --- Excellent view of the Apollo 9 Lunar Module, "Spider," in a lunar landing...

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NASA image: Plaque the Apollo 14 crew will leave on the Moon
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Jan 27, 1971

Plaque the Apollo 14 crew will leave on the Moon

S71-16637 (January 1971) --- A close-up view of the plaque which the Apollo 14 astronauts will leave behind on the...

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NASA image: Apollo 15 Mission image - Panoramic view
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Jul 31, 1971

Apollo 15 Mission image - Panoramic view

AS15-85-11363 (31 July 1971) --- A 70mm handheld Hasselblad was aimed through the viewing port of the Apollo 15...

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NASA image: CLPS Peregrine Mission One (PM-1) Astrobotic/ULA Liftoff
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Jan 8, 2024

CLPS Peregrine Mission One (PM-1) Astrobotic/ULA Liftoff

On the first flight of NASA’s CLPS (Commercial Lunar Payload Services) initiative and Artemis program, a United...

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NASA image: jsc2024e063114 -- Advanced Modeling Enhances Gateway’s Lunar Dust Defense
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Sep 19, 2024

jsc2024e063114 -- Advanced Modeling Enhances Gateway’s Lunar Dust Defense

Josh Litofsky leads a Gateway lunar dust adhesion testing campaign at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston. His...

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NASA image: Capturing the Lunar Flyby from Orion -- art002e014251
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Apr 6, 2026

Capturing the Lunar Flyby from Orion -- art002e014251

art002e014251 (April 6, 2026) – CSA (Canadian Space Agency) astronaut and Artemis II Mission Specialist Jeremy...

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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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