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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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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Space Shuttle Discovery lifts off from Launch Pad 39B in a blaze of light amid billows...

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STS-102 Mission Specialist Yury Usachev, a Russian cosmonaut, shows his support of International Women’s Day, March...

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Mar 8, 2001

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In the White Room, Launch Pad 39B, STS-102 Commander James Wetherbee gets help with final suit preparations before...

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Mar 8, 2001

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The STS-102 crew heads for the Astrovan after leaving the Operations and Checkout Building behind them. In front,...

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Mar 8, 2001

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STS-102 Mission Specialist Susan Helms shows her pleasure at the imminent launch to the International Space Station....

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Mar 8, 2001

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In the White Room, Launch Pad 39B, STS-102 Mission Specialist Yury Usachev gets warm greetings from one of the suit...

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Mar 8, 2001

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In the White Room, Launch Pad 39B, STS-102 Commander James Wetherbee gets help with final suit preparations before...

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Mar 8, 2001

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STS-102 Mission Specialists, Susan Helms, Yury Usachev and James Voss pose after suitup. Voss and Helms are making...

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Mar 8, 2001

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STS-102 Mission Specialist Susan Helms shows her pleasure at the imminent launch to the International Space Station....

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May 20, 1999

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Launched on time at 6:49:42 a.m. EDT, Space Shuttle Discovery blasts through a gossamer sky on mission STS-96. A...

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Mar 8, 2001

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STS-102 Mission Specialists James Voss, Susan Helms and Yury Usachev hold up a sign after donning their launch and...

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Mar 8, 2001

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The STS-102 crew heads for the Astrovan after leaving the Operations and Checkout Building behind them. In front,...

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Mar 8, 2001

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STS-102 Mission Specialist Yury Usachev, a Russian cosmonaut, shows his support of International Women’s Day, March...

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Mar 8, 2001

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The STS-102 crew wave to onlookers as they head for the Astrovan after leaving the Operations and Checkout Building....

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Mar 8, 2001

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STS-102 Mission Specialists, Susan Helms, Yury Usachev and James Voss pose after suitup. Voss and Helms are making...

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STS-102 Mission Specialist Susan Helms shows her pleasure at the imminent launch to the International Space Station....

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Mar 8, 2001

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STS-102 Mission Specialists James Voss, Susan Helms and Yury Usachev hold up a sign after donning their launch and...

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NASA image: STS-42 Discovery, Orbiter Vehicle (OV) 103, lands on runway 22 at EAFB, Calif
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Jan 30, 1992

STS-42 Discovery, Orbiter Vehicle (OV) 103, lands on runway 22 at EAFB, Calif

STS042-S-093 (30 Jan 1992) --- Space Shuttle Discovery is just about to ease down its main gear on Runway 22 at...

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NASA image: STS-42 Discovery, Orbiter Vehicle (OV) 103, lands on runway 22 at EAFB, Calif
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Jan 30, 1992

STS-42 Discovery, Orbiter Vehicle (OV) 103, lands on runway 22 at EAFB, Calif

STS042-S-094 (30 Jan 1992) --- Space Shuttle Discovery lands on Runway 22 at Edwards Air Force Base in southern...

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Mar 8, 2001

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Before entering Space Shuttle Discovery, STS-102 Mission Specialist James Voss (center) is helped preparing his...

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Mar 8, 2001

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Technicians in the White Room, Launch Pad 39B, help STS-102 Mission Specialist Paul Richards with his launch and...

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Mar 8, 2001

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Technicians in the White Room, Launch Pad 39B, help STS-102 Mission Specialist Susan Helms with her launch and entry...

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Mar 8, 2001

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STS-102 Commander James Wetherbee gets final adjustments on his launch and entry suit before heading to Space...

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Before entering Space Shuttle Discovery, STS-102 Mission Specialist James Voss (center) is helped preparing his...

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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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