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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: Artemis II Terminal Count Simulation #25
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Jan 14, 2026

Artemis II Terminal Count Simulation #25

Charlie Blackwell-Thompson, Artemis II launch director, participates in the Artemis II terminal count simulation on...

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NASA image: Artemis I 11th Terminal Count Simulation
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Oct 14, 2021

Artemis I 11th Terminal Count Simulation

Dr. Sharmi Watkins, Artemis I deputy chief medical officer, participates in the 11th terminal countdown simulation...

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NASA image: Artemis I 11th Terminal Count Simulation
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Oct 14, 2021

Artemis I 11th Terminal Count Simulation

From left, Beverly Case, handling, mechanics & structures engineer for contractor Jacobs, and David Valletta, NASA...

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NASA image: Artemis I 11th Terminal Count Simulation
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Oct 14, 2021

Artemis I 11th Terminal Count Simulation

From left, John Kracsun and Keith Lawton, test conductors for contractor Jacobs, and Melissa Jones, Landing and...

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NASA image: Artemis II Terminal Count Simulation #25
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Jan 14, 2026

Artemis II Terminal Count Simulation #25

Members of NASA’s Exploration Ground Systems team pose for a photograph following the completion of the Artemis II...

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NASA image: STS-31 MS McCandless, in EMU, during JSC WETF underwater simulation
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Mar 5, 1990

STS-31 MS McCandless, in EMU, during JSC WETF underwater simulation

STS-31 Mission Specialist (MS) Bruce McCandless II (left), wearing an extravehicular mobility unit (EMU), maneuvers...

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NASA image: Scientists Uncover Origins of Dynamic Jets on Sun's Surface: Model Spicules
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Jun 22, 2017

Scientists Uncover Origins of Dynamic Jets on Sun's Surface: Model Spicules

A computer model simulation of spicules. Spicule-like features appear as dense, cool intrusions in the hot corona,...

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NASA image: STS-27 Atlantis - OV-104, Commander Gibson on SMS forward flight deck
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Feb 3, 1988

STS-27 Atlantis - OV-104, Commander Gibson on SMS forward flight deck

STS-27 Atlantis, Orbiter Vehicle (OV) 104, Commander Robert L. Gibson, wearing flight coveralls and communications...

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NASA image: How NASA is Using Virtual Reality in Artemis Training -- jsc2024e076628
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Nov 19, 2024

How NASA is Using Virtual Reality in Artemis Training -- jsc2024e076628

jsc2024e076628 – Tess Caswell, a crew stand-in for the Artemis III Virtual Reality Mini-Simulation, executes a...

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NASA image: STS-128 Preflight Training in Bldg. 5 Fixed Based Simulator
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May 20, 2009

STS-128 Preflight Training in Bldg. 5 Fixed Based Simulator

PHOTO DATE: 05-20-09 LOCATION: Bldg 5, Fixed Based Simulator SUBJECT: STS-128 Preflight Training PHOTOGRAPHER: BLAIR

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NASA image: STS-128 Preflight Training in Bldg. 5 Fixed Based Simulator
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May 20, 2009

STS-128 Preflight Training in Bldg. 5 Fixed Based Simulator

PHOTO DATE: 05-20-09 LOCATION: Bldg 5, Fixed Based Simulator SUBJECT: STS-128 Preflight Training PHOTOGRAPHER: BLAIR

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NASA image: STS-128 Preflight Training in Bldg. 5 Fixed Based Simulator
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May 20, 2009

STS-128 Preflight Training in Bldg. 5 Fixed Based Simulator

PHOTO DATE: 05-20-09 LOCATION: Bldg 5, Fixed Based Simulator SUBJECT: STS-128 Preflight Training PHOTOGRAPHER: BLAIR

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NASA image: Orion EM-1 Countdown Demonstration Cryogenic Loading Simulation
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Apr 12, 2019

Orion EM-1 Countdown Demonstration Cryogenic Loading Simulation

Orion EM-1 Countdown Demonstration Cryogenic Loading Simulation located in Firing Room 1 at the Launch Control...

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NASA image: STS-128 Preflight Training in Bldg. 5 Fixed Based Simulator
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May 20, 2009

STS-128 Preflight Training in Bldg. 5 Fixed Based Simulator

PHOTO DATE: 05-20-09 LOCATION: Bldg 5, Fixed Based Simulator SUBJECT: STS-128 Preflight Training PHOTOGRAPHER: BLAIR

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NASA image: STS-128 Preflight Training in Bldg. 5 Fixed Based Simulator
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May 20, 2009

STS-128 Preflight Training in Bldg. 5 Fixed Based Simulator

PHOTO DATE: 05-20-09 LOCATION: Bldg 5, Fixed Based Simulator SUBJECT: STS-128 Preflight Training PHOTOGRAPHER: BLAIR

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NASA image: STS-128 Preflight Training in Bldg. 5 Fixed Based Simulator
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May 20, 2009

STS-128 Preflight Training in Bldg. 5 Fixed Based Simulator

PHOTO DATE: 05-20-09 LOCATION: Bldg 5, Fixed Based Simulator SUBJECT: STS-128 Preflight Training PHOTOGRAPHER: BLAIR

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NASA image: GEMINI TESTING - SPACECRAFT 3 - SIMULATOR - BORESIGHT RANGE TEST - CAPE
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Jan 6, 1965

GEMINI TESTING - SPACECRAFT 3 - SIMULATOR - BORESIGHT RANGE TEST - CAPE

S65-13394 (6 Jan. 1965) --- Gemini-3 spacecraft (background) on tower at Boresight Range, Merritt Island launch...

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NASA image: STS-128 Preflight Training in Bldg. 5 Fixed Based Simulator
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May 20, 2009

STS-128 Preflight Training in Bldg. 5 Fixed Based Simulator

PHOTO DATE: 05-20-09 LOCATION: Bldg 5, Fixed Based Simulator SUBJECT: STS-128 Preflight Training PHOTOGRAPHER: BLAIR

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NASA image: STS-128 Preflight Training in Bldg. 5 Fixed Based Simulator
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May 20, 2009

STS-128 Preflight Training in Bldg. 5 Fixed Based Simulator

PHOTO DATE: 05-20-09 LOCATION: Bldg 5, Fixed Based Simulator SUBJECT: STS-128 Preflight Training PHOTOGRAPHER: BLAIR

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NASA image: STS-128 Preflight Training in Bldg. 5 Fixed Based Simulator
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May 20, 2009

STS-128 Preflight Training in Bldg. 5 Fixed Based Simulator

PHOTO DATE: 05-20-09 LOCATION: Bldg 5, Fixed Based Simulator SUBJECT: STS-128 Preflight Training PHOTOGRAPHER: BLAIR

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NASA image: Artemis Launch Team's First Formal Terminal Countdown Simulation
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Jul 12, 2019

Artemis Launch Team's First Formal Terminal Countdown Simulation

Members of the Artemis 1 launch team, including personnel with NASA’s Exploration Ground Systems (EGS) and Jacobs...

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NASA image: STS-135 Crew during prep and insertion into Fixed Base Simulator
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Mar 3, 2011

STS-135 Crew during prep and insertion into Fixed Base Simulator

JSC2011-E-023121 (2 March 2011) --- NASA astronauts Rex Walheim, STS-135 mission specialist; and Doug Hurley...

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NASA image: STS-135 Crew during prep and insertion into Fixed Base Simulator
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Mar 3, 2011

STS-135 Crew during prep and insertion into Fixed Base Simulator

JSC2011-E-023113 (2 March 2011) --- NASA astronaut Chris Ferguson, STS-135 commander, dons a training version of his...

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NASA image: Artemis II Joint Cryogenic and Terminal Count Launch Simulation
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Nov 5, 2025

Artemis II Joint Cryogenic and Terminal Count Launch Simulation

An Artemis launch team member participates in an Artemis II launch countdown simulation inside Firing Room 1 in the...

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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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