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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: STDCE, Payload Specialist Fred Leslie works at the STDCE rack in USML-2 Spacelab
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Nov 5, 1995

STDCE, Payload Specialist Fred Leslie works at the STDCE rack in USML-2 Spacelab

STS073-103-019 (20 October-5 November 1995) --- This wide view gives an overall perspective of the working...

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NASA image: Williams working on the JAXA MS (Marangoni Surface) Experiment
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Nov 5, 2009

Williams working on the JAXA MS (Marangoni Surface) Experiment

ISS021-E-020304 (5 Nov. 2009) --- NASA astronaut Jeffrey Williams, Expedition 21 flight engineer, works with Fluid...

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NASA image: STDCE, Payload Specialist Fred Leslie works at the STDCE rack in USML-2 Spacelab
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Nov 5, 1995

STDCE, Payload Specialist Fred Leslie works at the STDCE rack in USML-2 Spacelab

STS073-103-015 (20 October-5 November 1995) --- Payload specialist Fred W. Leslie works with the Surface Tension...

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NASA image: Noguchi in the JPM during Expedition 22
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Jan 14, 2010

Noguchi in the JPM during Expedition 22

ISS022-E-025474 (14 Jan. 2010) --- Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) astronaut Soichi Noguchi, Expedition 22...

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NASA image: Microgravity
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Dec 1, 1998

Microgravity

The Magnetically Damped Furnace (MDF) breadboard is being developed in response to NASA's mission and goals to...

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NASA image: Noguchi in the JPM during Expedition 22
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Jan 15, 2010

Noguchi in the JPM during Expedition 22

ISS022-E-026221 (15 Jan. 2010) --- Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) astronaut Soichi Noguchi, Expedition 22...

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Mar 31, 2021

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iss064e049484 (3/31/2021) --- A view of the Plant Water Management 3 and 4 investigation aboard the International...

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NASA image: RSD Setup in MSG
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Jun 6, 2019

RSD Setup in MSG

jsc2019e034530 (6/6/2019) --- Preflight photo documentation of the Ring Sheared Drop setup in the Microgravity...

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NASA image: Dinner is served aboard the International Space Station!
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Aug 15, 2025

Dinner is served aboard the International Space Station!

iss073e0508106 (Aug. 15, 2025) --- Dinner is served aboard the International Space Station! One tray features shrimp...

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NASA image: iss071e356675
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Jul 16, 2024

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iss071e356675 (July 16, 2024) --- NASA astronaut and Boeing Crew Flight Test Pilot Suni Williams investigates using...

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NASA image: Researchers Demonstrate Liquid Transfer Equipment for Apollo 14 Test
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Dec 23, 1970

Researchers Demonstrate Liquid Transfer Equipment for Apollo 14 Test

Two researchers at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Lewis Research Center demonstrate the...

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NASA image: NASA astronaut Nichole Ayers conducts research operations inside the Microgravity Science Glovebox
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Jun 16, 2025

NASA astronaut Nichole Ayers conducts research operations inside the Microgravity Science Glovebox

iss073e0178587 (June 16, 2025) --- NASA astronaut and Expedition 73 Flight Engineer Nichole Ayers conducts research...

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NASA image: Marshburn works with Marangoni Experiment Hardware in Kibo
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Mar 19, 2013

Marshburn works with Marangoni Experiment Hardware in Kibo

ISS035e006147 (19 March 2013) --- NASA astronaut Tom Marshburn, Expedition 35 flight engineer, works on the...

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NASA image: NASA astronaut Nichole Ayers conducts research operations inside the Destiny laboratory module
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Jun 25, 2025

NASA astronaut Nichole Ayers conducts research operations inside the Destiny laboratory module

iss073e0248499 (June 25, 2025) --- NASA astronaut and Expedition 73 Flight Engineer Nichole Ayers conducts research...

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NASA image: Microgravity
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Aug 8, 1985

Microgravity

The lack of normal convection in microgravity is demonstrated by a carbonated soft drink floating in the middeck of...

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Jun 11, 2025

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iss073e0177064 (6/11/2025) --- Scientists can study protein solutions without interference from container walls and...

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NASA image: iss073e0177065
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Jun 11, 2025

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iss073e0177065 (6/11/2025) --- Scientists can study protein solutions without interference from container walls and...

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NASA image: Microgravity
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Jan 24, 2001

Microgravity

Typical metal sample that was processed by TEMPUS (Tiegelfreies Elektromagnetisches Prozessieren Unter...

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NASA image: NASA astronaut Jonny Kim conducts research operations inside the Microgravity Science Glovebox
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Jun 12, 2025

NASA astronaut Jonny Kim conducts research operations inside the Microgravity Science Glovebox

iss073e0177791 (June 12, 2025) --- NASA astronaut and Expedition 73 Flight Engineer Jonny Kim conducts research...

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NASA image: Earth Observation
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Jun 24, 2013

Earth Observation

ISS036-E-011843 (24 June 2013) --- Gravity waves and sunglint on Lake Superior are featured in this image...

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NASA image: Smooth and Fractured Deposits in Eridania Valleys
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Jan 13, 2017

Smooth and Fractured Deposits in Eridania Valleys

The ancient highland channels in this image empty into the Eridania Basin (not visible), a large topographically low...

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NASA image: Oti Fossae - Arsia Mons
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Jun 28, 2022

Oti Fossae - Arsia Mons

The linear features in this VIS image are called Oti Fossae. Oti Fossae is located on the eastern flank of Arsia...

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NASA image: Cerberus Fossae
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Jul 24, 2023

Cerberus Fossae

Today's VIS image shows a section of Cerberus Fossae. Cerberus Fossae are located in Elysium Planitia, southeast of...

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NASA image: Excitement and Suspense on Landing Day
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Feb 19, 2021

Excitement and Suspense on Landing Day

Engineer Mallory Lefland experienced the tension and relief shared by the team on Mars 2020 Perseverance landing...

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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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