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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: STS129 Visit to Howard University
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Jan 12, 2010

STS129 Visit to Howard University

STS-129 Mission Specialist Leland Melvin, left. looks on as Mission Specialist Robert Satcher answers a question...

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NASA image: The Universe is Calling Apply to Be a NASA Astronaut
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Mar 5, 2024

The Universe is Calling Apply to Be a NASA Astronaut

We’re recruiting for our next class of NASA astronauts. Selected candidates could fly on Artemis missions to the...

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NASA image: The Universe’s First Molecule Is Found at Last
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Apr 17, 2019

The Universe’s First Molecule Is Found at Last

Scientists on the airborne observatory SOFIA detected the first type of molecule that ever formed in the universe....

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NASA image: Astronaut Ricky Arnold at University of Maryland
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May 2, 2019

Astronaut Ricky Arnold at University of Maryland

NASA astronaut Ricky Arnold speaks to students in the Science, Discovery and the Universe Scholars Program about his...

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NASA image: Astronaut Ricky Arnold at University of Maryland
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May 2, 2019

Astronaut Ricky Arnold at University of Maryland

NASA astronaut Ricky Arnold speaks to students in the Science, Discovery and the Universe Scholars Program about his...

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NASA image: Astronaut Ricky Arnold at University of Maryland
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May 2, 2019

Astronaut Ricky Arnold at University of Maryland

NASA astronaut Ricky Arnold speaks to students in the Science, Discovery and the Universe Scholars Program about his...

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NASA image: Astronaut Ricky Arnold at University of Maryland
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May 2, 2019

Astronaut Ricky Arnold at University of Maryland

NASA astronaut Ricky Arnold speaks to students in the Science, Discovery and the Universe Scholars Program about his...

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NASA image: Astronaut Ricky Arnold at University of Maryland
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May 2, 2019

Astronaut Ricky Arnold at University of Maryland

NASA astronaut Ricky Arnold speaks to students in the Science, Discovery and the Universe Scholars Program about his...

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NASA image: Astronaut Ricky Arnold at University of Maryland
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May 2, 2019

Astronaut Ricky Arnold at University of Maryland

NASA astronaut Ricky Arnold speaks to students in the Science, Discovery and the Universe Scholars Program about his...

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NASA image: Lunabotics Feature Photo
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May 5, 2023

Lunabotics Feature Photo

Students from the University of Miami build a robotic miner to compete in this year’s Lunabotics competition. More...

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NASA image: NASA Science Live: Expanding Our View of the Universe [Episode 17]
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May 20, 2020

NASA Science Live: Expanding Our View of the Universe [Episode 17]

NASA’s WFIRST mission will explore the universe, seeking answers to some of its biggest mysteries. From...

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NASA image: Universal Matter
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Feb 5, 2015

Universal Matter

Matter lying between Earth and the edge of the observable universe is shown in this all-sky map from Planck, a...

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NASA image: VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY WINS FIRST PLACE AT STUDENT LAUNCH CHALLEN
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Apr 16, 2016

VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY WINS FIRST PLACE AT STUDENT LAUNCH CHALLEN

FOR THE FOURTH YEAR IN A ROW, VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY WON FIRST PLACE AT THE 2016 STUDENT LAUNCH CHALLENGE

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NASA image: Astronaut Ricky Arnold at University of Maryland
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May 2, 2019

Astronaut Ricky Arnold at University of Maryland

NASA astronaut Ricky Arnold presents a montage from his mission to Alan Peel, program director, and Erin Thompson,...

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NASA image: NASA Telescopes Reveal an Invisible Infrared Universe
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Dec 22, 2023

NASA Telescopes Reveal an Invisible Infrared Universe

For 40 years, NASA has expanded our view of the universe with space telescopes that detect infrared light, which is...

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NASA image: Gravity Assist: Listening to the Universe
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May 21, 2021

Gravity Assist: Listening to the Universe

NASA spacecraft deliver stunning visual imagery of the cosmos, but we can also experience that data by turning it...

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NASA image: Jeanette Scissum-Mickens, was honored by Alabama Governor Kay Ivey at the Alabama Historically Black Colleges and Universities Roundtable Discussion: Minority Women in STEM
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Sep 27, 2017

Jeanette Scissum-Mickens, was honored by Alabama Governor Kay Ivey at the Alabama Historically Black Colleges and Universities Roundtable Discussion: Minority Women in STEM

Retired Marshall scientist, Jeanette Scissum-Mickens, was honored by Alabama Governor Kay Ivey at the Alabama...

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NASA image: Explore our Home Planet and the Universe With NASA Podcasts
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Sep 30, 2022

Explore our Home Planet and the Universe With NASA Podcasts

Listen up! From long form interviews with astronauts and engineers to narrative shows that take you on a tour of the...

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NASA image: NASA Participates in Jackson State University Events
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Feb 22, 2024

NASA Participates in Jackson State University Events

In conjunction with NASA Stennis Capitol Day and Black History Month, NASA Stennis representatives provided...

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NASA image: NASA Participates in Jackson State University Events
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Feb 22, 2024

NASA Participates in Jackson State University Events

In conjunction with NASA Stennis Capitol Day and Black History Month, NASA Stennis representatives provided...

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NASA image: NASA Participates in Jackson State University Events
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Feb 22, 2024

NASA Participates in Jackson State University Events

: In conjunction with NASA Stennis Capitol Day and Black History Month, NASA Stennis representatives provided...

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NASA image: NASA Participates in Jackson State University Events
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Feb 22, 2024

NASA Participates in Jackson State University Events

In conjunction with NASA Stennis Capitol Day and Black History Month, NASA Stennis representatives provided...

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NASA image: NASA Participates in Jackson State University Events
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Feb 22, 2024

NASA Participates in Jackson State University Events

In conjunction with NASA Stennis Capitol Day and Black History Month, NASA Stennis representatives provided...

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NASA image: How to Measure the Universe
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May 19, 2011

How to Measure the Universe

This diagram based on results from NASA Galaxy Evolution Explorer and the Anglo-Australian Telescope illustrates two...

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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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