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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: Remnants of Lost Geology
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Feb 7, 2003

Remnants of Lost Geology

In this NASA Mars Odyssey image of eastern Arabia Terra, remnants of a once vast layered terrain are evident as...

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NASA image: Putting Pluto Geology on the Map
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Feb 11, 2016

Putting Pluto Geology on the Map

This geological map from NASA New Horizons covers a portion of Pluto surface and includes the vast nitrogen-ice...

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NASA image: Rotating Globe of Ganymede Geology
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Feb 12, 2014

Rotating Globe of Ganymede Geology

This is a frame from an animation of a rotating globe of Jupiter moon Ganymede, with a geologic map superimposed...

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NASA image: Putting Pluto's Geology on the Map
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Feb 11, 2016

Putting Pluto's Geology on the Map

This geological map covers a portion of Pluto's surface that measures 1,290 miles (2,070 kilometers) from top to...

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NASA image: A Cross Section of Lunar Geology
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Apr 6, 2026

A Cross Section of Lunar Geology

art002e012114 (April 6, 2026) - A diverse set of lunar features is visible in this view, including the brightly...

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NASA image: Sediment Accumulation in Dry and Wet Periods
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Dec 8, 2014

Sediment Accumulation in Dry and Wet Periods

This series of images reconstructs the geology of the region around Mars Mount Sharp, where NASA Curiosity Mars...

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NASA image: Full-Circle Vista from Naukluft Plateau on Mars
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Apr 27, 2016

Full-Circle Vista from Naukluft Plateau on Mars

This mid-afternoon, 360-degree panorama was acquired by NASA Curiosity Mars rover on April 4, 2016, as part of...

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NASA image: Ancient Earth, Alien Earths Event
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Aug 20, 2014

Ancient Earth, Alien Earths Event

Dr. Dawn Sumner, Professor of Geology, UC Davis, speaks on a panel at the “Ancient Earth, Alien Earths” Event at...

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NASA image: Apollo 14 crewmen near site of volcanic eruption on Hawaii
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Apr 10, 1970

Apollo 14 crewmen near site of volcanic eruption on Hawaii

S70-34421 (April 1970) --- Prime crew men and backup crew men, of the Apollo 14 lunar landing mission, look over an...

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NASA image: Lunar Geology from Apollo to Artemis
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Oct 22, 2019

Lunar Geology from Apollo to Artemis

NASA’s Artemis program will return Americans to the Moon by 2024 and help get us ready to go on to Mars. Join the...

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NASA image: Moon or Abstract Expressionism?
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Dec 22, 2009

Moon or Abstract Expressionism?

Seeing small areas of the Moon at 50 cm per pixel often presents unexpected views, and sometimes it is hard to...

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NASA image: SHIFT Campaign Helps NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory and Research Partners Study  Diverse Ecosystems
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Apr 25, 2022

SHIFT Campaign Helps NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory and Research Partners Study  Diverse Ecosystems

B-roll for media and public use. Above Santa Barbara County, scientists from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory are...

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NASA image: How Do Active Volcanoes Change Clouds: Cloud Particles with Aerosols
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Nov 13, 2014

How Do Active Volcanoes Change Clouds: Cloud Particles with Aerosols

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center scientist Andrew Sayer talks about how emissions from volcanoes can affect clouds.

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NASA image: How Do Active Volcanoes Change Clouds: Volcanoes Degassing
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Nov 13, 2014

How Do Active Volcanoes Change Clouds: Volcanoes Degassing

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center scientist Andrew Sayer talks about how emissions from volcanoes can affect clouds.

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NASA image: How Do Active Volcanoes Change Clouds?
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Nov 13, 2014

How Do Active Volcanoes Change Clouds?

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center scientist Andrew Sayer talks about how emissions from volcanoes can affect clouds....

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NASA image: How Do Active Volcanoes Change Clouds: Degassing Clouds
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Nov 13, 2014

How Do Active Volcanoes Change Clouds: Degassing Clouds

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center scientist Andrew Sayer talks about how emissions from volcanoes can affect clouds.

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NASA image: How Do Active Volcanoes Change Clouds: Cloud Particles No Aerosols
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Nov 13, 2014

How Do Active Volcanoes Change Clouds: Cloud Particles No Aerosols

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center scientist Andrew Sayer talks about how emissions from volcanoes can affect clouds.

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NASA image: Desert RATS
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Sep 9, 2010

Desert RATS

Desert Research and Technology Studies (Desert RATS) tests procedures and equipment that could one day be a part of...

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NASA image: Faces of GPM: Dalia Kirschbaum
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Oct 1, 2012

Faces of GPM: Dalia Kirschbaum

Learn about the exciting and diverse team that studies precipitation at NASA. Watch interviews with scientists and...

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NASA image: Faces of GPM: Engineers
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Oct 1, 2012

Faces of GPM: Engineers

A look at some of the engineers working on the GPM Core spacecraft. Beth Weinstein, Carlton Peters, and Lisa...

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NASA image: Astronaut Neil Armstrong - Rock Sample Study - Geological Field Trip - TX
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Mar 3, 1969

Astronaut Neil Armstrong - Rock Sample Study - Geological Field Trip - TX

S69-25198 (25 Feb. 1969) --- Astronaut Neil A. Armstrong, commander of the Apollo 11 prime crew, studies rock sample...

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NASA image: Faces of GPM: Steve Nesbitt
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Oct 1, 2012

Faces of GPM: Steve Nesbitt

Profile of Steve Nesbitt, a professor of Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Illinois and a mission scientist...

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NASA image: jsc2019e054874
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Sep 16, 2019

jsc2019e054874

jsc2019e054874 (09-16-19) --- 2017 NASA astronaut candidate Frank Rubio during geology training in Arizona. Photo...

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NASA image: jsc2019e054997
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Sep 16, 2019

jsc2019e054997

jsc2019e054997 (09-16-19) --- 2017 NASA astronaut candidates gather for data collection during geology training in...

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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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