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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: Documentation of new mission control center White Flight Control Room (FLCR)
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Jun 6, 1995

Documentation of new mission control center White Flight Control Room (FLCR)

Documentation of the new mission control center White Flight Control Room (FLCR). Excellent overall view of White...

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NASA image: Vladimir Dezhurov poses in Node 1 while holding a document
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Aug 1, 2001

Vladimir Dezhurov poses in Node 1 while holding a document

ISS003-E-6205 (August 2001) --- Cosmonaut Vladimir N. Dezhurov, Expedition Three flight engineer representing...

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NASA image: Aft flight deck documentation with freefloating headset interface unit (HIU)
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Sep 5, 1983

Aft flight deck documentation with freefloating headset interface unit (HIU)

STS008-18-479 (5 Sept 1983) --- Aft flight deck documentation includes on orbit station with control panel A2, aft...

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NASA image: Closeup of LDEF experiment trays documented during STS-32 photo survey
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Jan 20, 1990

Closeup of LDEF experiment trays documented during STS-32 photo survey

Closeup of Long Duration Exposure Facility (LDEF) experiment trays is documented during STS-32 retrieval activity...

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NASA image: Smooth Telesto
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Aug 23, 2010

Smooth Telesto

The smooth surface of Saturn moon Telesto is documented in this image captured during the NASA Cassini spacecraft...

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NASA image: Zero-G Drop Tower (VOTY Cut)
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Dec 18, 2023

Zero-G Drop Tower (VOTY Cut)

A short version of the Zero-G Drop Tower capabilities documenting the unique experiment package drop process.

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NASA image: SpaceX Demo-2 FRR HRCP Document Signing
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May 22, 2020

SpaceX Demo-2 FRR HRCP Document Signing

On May 22, 2020, inside the Operations Support Building II at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, NASA Associate...

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NASA image: SpaceX Demo-2 FRR HRCP Document Signing
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May 22, 2020

SpaceX Demo-2 FRR HRCP Document Signing

On May 22, 2020, inside the Operations Support Building II at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, Commercial...

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NASA image: SpaceX Demo-2 FRR HRCP Document Signing
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May 22, 2020

SpaceX Demo-2 FRR HRCP Document Signing

On May 22, 2020, inside the Operations Support Building II at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, NASA Chief of...

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NASA image: SpaceX Demo-2 FRR HRCP Document Signing
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May 22, 2020

SpaceX Demo-2 FRR HRCP Document Signing

On May 22, 2020, inside the Operations Support Building II at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, NASA Chief...

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NASA image: SpaceX Demo-2 FRR HRCP Document Signing
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May 22, 2020

SpaceX Demo-2 FRR HRCP Document Signing

On May 22, 2020, inside the Operations Support Building II at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, NASA Chief...

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NASA image: Lunch Break, Director’s Cut
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May 21, 2025

Lunch Break, Director’s Cut

NASA videographer Jacob Shaw shares a moment with his constant companion during a break in the cafeteria at NASA’s...

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NASA image: Framing Flight in the Hangar
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Dec 9, 2024

Framing Flight in the Hangar

NASA videographer Jacob Shaw captures footage of the ER-2 aircraft inside a hangar at NASA’s Armstrong Flight...

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NASA image: Kelly uses video camera to document Richards preparing for EVA
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Mar 13, 2001

Kelly uses video camera to document Richards preparing for EVA

STS102-E-5160 (13 March 2001) --- Astronaut James M. Kelly (left), pilot, documents mid deck preparations for the...

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NASA image: SpaceX Demo-2 FRR HRCP Document Signing
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May 22, 2020

SpaceX Demo-2 FRR HRCP Document Signing

On May 22, 2020, inside the Operations Support Building II at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, Kenneth...

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NASA image: Deformed Skin Adhesion Test Documentation Photos at the Icing Research Tunnel (IRT)
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Feb 23, 2023

Deformed Skin Adhesion Test Documentation Photos at the Icing Research Tunnel (IRT)

Technicians spray steam to help scrape off ice at the Icing Research Tunnel. The technicians need all the help they...

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NASA image: Penguins in Peril
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Jan 2, 2002

Penguins in Peril

These images from NASA Terra satellite documented iceberg movements and changes in sea ice between December 11, 2000...

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NASA image: CRM Full Chord and Midspan Test Documentation Photos Icing Research Tunnel
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Dec 6, 2021

CRM Full Chord and Midspan Test Documentation Photos Icing Research Tunnel

Common Research Model, CRM Full Chord and Midspan Test in the Icing Research Tunnel, IRT

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NASA image: SIDRM II Documentation Photos at the Icing Research Tunnel (IRT)
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Feb 8, 2023

SIDRM II Documentation Photos at the Icing Research Tunnel (IRT)

Pictured is a model to study the ice collection on struts in jet engines during flight. Researchers inspect the ice...

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NASA image: Windblown Sand from the Rocknest Drift
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Dec 3, 2012

Windblown Sand from the Rocknest Drift

NASA Mars rover Curiosity acquired close-up views of sands in the Rocknest wind drift to document the nature of the...

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NASA image: All Eyes on Oldest Recorded Supernova
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Oct 24, 2011

All Eyes on Oldest Recorded Supernova

This image combines data from four different space telescopes to create a multi-wavelength view of all that remains...

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NASA image: Curiosity Rover Self Portrait at John Klein Drilling Site
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Feb 7, 2013

Curiosity Rover Self Portrait at John Klein Drilling Site

The rover is positioned at a patch of flat outcrop called John Klein, which was selected as the site for the first...

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NASA image: Curiosity Traverse into Different Terrain
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Jan 15, 2013

Curiosity Traverse into Different Terrain

This image maps the traverse of NASA Mars rover Curiosity from Bradbury Landing to Yellowknife Bay, with an inset...

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NASA image: Telltale Instrument Waving in the Martian Wind
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Oct 16, 2008

Telltale Instrument Waving in the Martian Wind

This frame from a series of images shows NASA Phoenix Mars Lander telltale instrument waving in the Martian wind....

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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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