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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: KSC-00pp1416
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Sep 8, 2000

KSC-00pp1416

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- This view of the shock wave condensation collars backlit by the sun occurred during...

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NASA image: The orbiter PLB and Earth limb during STS-121
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Jul 15, 2006

The orbiter PLB and Earth limb during STS-121

S121-E-07909 (15 July 2006) --- Backdropped by the blackness of space and Earth's horizon, Space Shuttle Discovery's...

JSC
NASA image: Earth Observations taken by STS-119 Crewmember
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Mar 26, 2009

Earth Observations taken by STS-119 Crewmember

S119-E-010071 (26 March 2009) --- Backdropped by a blue and white Earth and the blackness of space, Space Shuttle...

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NASA image: Satellite deployment during STS-5
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Nov 17, 1982

Satellite deployment during STS-5

STS005-38-943 (17 Nov. 1982) --- The Satellite Business Systems (SBS-3) satellte is deployed from its protective...

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NASA image: View of ISS during rendezvous and docking activities
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Jun 2, 2008

View of ISS during rendezvous and docking activities

S124-E-005577 (2 June 2008) --- As seen through windows on the aft flight deck of Space Shuttle Discovery, the...

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NASA image: PLB and MPLM
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Sep 9, 2009

PLB and MPLM

S128-E-011003 (9 Sept. 2009) --- Backdropped by Earth's horizon and the blackness of space, the Leonardo...

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NASA image: PLB and MPLM
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Sep 9, 2009

PLB and MPLM

S128-E-011001 (9 Sept. 2009) --- Backdropped by Earth's horizon and the blackness of space, the Leonardo...

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NASA image: MPLM in PLB
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Apr 17, 2010

MPLM in PLB

S131-E-011087 (17 April 2010) --- The Leonardo Multi-Purpose Logistics Module (MPLM) visible in space shuttle...

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NASA image: Earth Observations taken by the Expedition 27 Crew
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May 19, 2011

Earth Observations taken by the Expedition 27 Crew

ISS027-E-034563 (19 May 2011) --- Backdropped against a scene showing part of Italy, this image featuring the aft...

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NASA image: PLB of Endeavour
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Feb 10, 2010

PLB of Endeavour

S130-E-006354 (9 Feb. 2010) --- Backdropped by the blackness of space, space shuttle Endeavour’s payload bay,...

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NASA image: Payload Bay on Space Shuttle Atlantis during STS-132
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May 14, 2010

Payload Bay on Space Shuttle Atlantis during STS-132

S132-E-005123 (14 May 2010) --- This photograph of space shuttle Atlantis' cargo bay and its vertical stabilizer...

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NASA image: Long cloud shadows stretching hundreds of miles
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Feb 5, 1996

Long cloud shadows stretching hundreds of miles

STS072-308-033 (11-20 Jan. 1996) --- The vertical stabilizer of the Space Shuttle Endeavour almost appears to be...

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NASA image: Hurricane Josephine seen by the shuttle orbiter Challenger
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Oct 13, 1984

Hurricane Josephine seen by the shuttle orbiter Challenger

41G-121-099 (5-13 Oct. 1984) --- Hurricane Josephine was photographed with a medium format camera aimed through the...

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NASA image: Endeavour SRMS / OBSS during Survey OPS
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Feb 9, 2010

Endeavour SRMS / OBSS during Survey OPS

S130-E-005338 (8 Feb. 2010) --- Backdropped by the South China Sea and the Gulf of Tonkin, the Tranquility node in...

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NASA image: View of the STS-116 Space Shuttle Discovery aft payload bay
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Dec 8, 2006

View of the STS-116 Space Shuttle Discovery aft payload bay

STS116-320-001 (9-22 Dec. 2006) --- Backdropped by the horizon of a blue and white Earth and the blackness of space,...

JSC
NASA image: The orbiter PLB and Earth limb during STS-121
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Jul 15, 2006

The orbiter PLB and Earth limb during STS-121

S121-E-07904 (15 July 2006) --- Backdropped by the blackness of space and Earth's horizon, Space Shuttle Discovery's...

JSC
NASA image: Survey of the TPS on the STS-115 Space Shuttle Atlantis
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Sep 10, 2006

Survey of the TPS on the STS-115 Space Shuttle Atlantis

S115-E-05305 (10 Sept. 2006) --- While working to survey the thermal protection system on the Space Shuttle...

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NASA image: Sellers anchored to the Space Shuttle Discoverys RMS OBSS foot restraint during STS-121 EVA
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Jul 8, 2006

Sellers anchored to the Space Shuttle Discoverys RMS OBSS foot restraint during STS-121 EVA

ISS013-E-49200 (8 July 2006) --- Anchored to the Space Shuttle Discovery's Remote Manipulator System/Orbiter Boom...

JSC
NASA image: Earth Observations taken by the Expedition 23 Crew
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Apr 15, 2010

Earth Observations taken by the Expedition 23 Crew

ISS023-E-024576 (15 April 2010) --- One of the Expedition 23 crew members aboard the International Space Station...

JSC
NASA image: PLB and MPLM
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Apr 6, 2010

PLB and MPLM

S131-E-007410 (6 April 2010) --- The Leonardo Multi-Purpose Logistics Module (MPLM) visible in space shuttle...

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Jul 6, 2006

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A close-up view of Space Shuttle Discovery's tail section is featured in this image photographed by an Expedition 13...

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NASA image: Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-120 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver
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Oct 25, 2007

Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-120 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver

ISS016-E-005909 (25 Oct. 2007) --- A close-up view of Space Shuttle Discovery's tail section is featured in this...

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NASA image: MFD - Documentation of small fine arm in stowed position
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Aug 12, 1997

MFD - Documentation of small fine arm in stowed position

S85-E-5044 (12 August 1997) --- View of the payload bay of the Earth-orbiting Space Shuttle Discovery looking toward...

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NASA image: Forward zenith view of the ISS taken during STS-112 9A Flyaround
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Oct 16, 2002

Forward zenith view of the ISS taken during STS-112 9A Flyaround

STS112-382-019 (16 October 2002) --- A long distance view of the International Space Station (ISS) was photographed...

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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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