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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: Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-123 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver
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Mar 13, 2008

Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-123 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver

ISS016-E-032327 (12 March 2008) --- A low angle view of the nose and underside of Space Shuttle Endeavour's crew...

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NASA image: Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-122 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver
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Feb 9, 2008

Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-122 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver

ISS016-E-028420 (9 Feb. 2008) --- A low angle view of the nose and underside of the Space Shuttle Atlantis' crew...

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NASA image: KSC-2012-1943
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Apr 3, 2012

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – Mike Williams, left, a thermal protection system technician, and Jeremy Schwarz, right,...

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NASA image: STS-125 MS3 Grunsfeld during EVA5
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May 18, 2009

STS-125 MS3 Grunsfeld during EVA5

S125-E-009648 (18 May 2009) --- Astronaut John Grunsfeld, STS-125 mission specialist, positioned on a foot restraint...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC1348
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Sep 7, 1997

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A crane lowers a protective transportation cover over the Cassini spacecraft, with its attached Huygens probe, at...

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NASA image: KSC-04pd0621
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Mar 24, 2004

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- In the Thermal Protection System Facility, Pilar Ryan, with United Space Alliance,...

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NASA image: KSC-04pd1089
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May 7, 2004

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- A Rudder Speed Brake Actuator is being removed from the orbiter Atlantis for shipment...

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NASA image: KSC-2009-6137
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Nov 6, 2009

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – In Orbiter Processing Facility-3 at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, STS-130 Commander...

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NASA image: 400mm Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-119 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver
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Mar 17, 2008

400mm Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-119 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver

ISS018-E-040832 (17 March 2009) --- A close-up view of the exterior of Space Shuttle Discovery's nose was provided...

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NASA image: KSC-2010-4325
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Aug 10, 2010

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In Orbiter Processing Facility-2 at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, a thermal...

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NASA image: Artemis II Booster Processing
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Dec 13, 2023

Artemis II Booster Processing

Technicians with Exploration Ground Systems perform inspections of the Northrop Grumman-manufactured two aft exit...

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NASA image: KSC-2012-3600
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Jun 29, 2012

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - The Orion crew module is lowered onto a workstand in the Operations and Checkout Building...

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NASA image: SLS Booster Aft (Right) Exit Cone Arrival
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Dec 9, 2019

SLS Booster Aft (Right) Exit Cone Arrival

The shipping container has been removed from the second of two Northrop Grumman-manufactured aft exit cones to...

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NASA image: 800mm Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-119 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver
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Mar 17, 2008

800mm Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-119 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver

ISS018-E-040602 (17 March 2009) --- An overhead view of the exterior of Space Shuttle Discovery's crew cabin, part...

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NASA image: KSC-2012-3599
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Jun 29, 2012

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - Technicians use a crane to position the Orion crew module on a workstand in the Operations...

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NASA image: KSC-04pd1092
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May 7, 2004

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Workers attach a crane to one of the Rudder Speed Brake Actuators that are being...

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NASA image: SLS Booster Aft (Right) Exit Cone Arrival
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Dec 9, 2019

SLS Booster Aft (Right) Exit Cone Arrival

Workers assist with removal of the shipping container cover from the second Northrop Grumman-manufactured aft exit...

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NASA image: KSC-2009-6135
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Nov 6, 2009

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – In Orbiter Processing Facility-3 at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, STS-130 Pilot...

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NASA image: KSC-2012-3567
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Jun 28, 2012

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - The Orion crew module, packed inside a transportation canister, arrives inside the high bay...

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NASA image: KSC-05pd-1348
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Jun 20, 2005

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - In the Orbiter Processing Facility at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, the port side...

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NASA image: Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-123 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver
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Mar 13, 2008

Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-123 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver

ISS016-E-032414 (12 March 2008) --- An underside view of the Space Shuttle Endeavour was provided by Expedition 16...

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NASA image: KSC-2010-3119
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May 1, 2010

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A new Ku-Band communications system antenna is ready to be installed on space shuttle...

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NASA image: Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-122 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver
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Feb 9, 2008

Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-122 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver

ISS016-E-028403 (9 Feb. 2008) --- An overhead view of the exterior of the Space Shuttle Atlantis' crew cabin, part...

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NASA image: KSC-05pd-0102
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Jan 7, 2005

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - In the Remote Manipulator Lab inside the Vehicle Assembly Building, STS-114 Mission...

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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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