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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: Hearing on Lunar And Deep Space Exploration
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May 8, 2019

Hearing on Lunar And Deep Space Exploration

Portraits of past House Science and Technology Committee Chairmen, Sherwood Boehlert, left, and Ralph Hall are seen...

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NASA image: Galaxy NGC 1448 with Active Galactic Nucleus
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Jan 7, 2017

Galaxy NGC 1448 with Active Galactic Nucleus

NGC 1448, a galaxy with an active galactic nucleus, is seen in this image combining data from the Carnegie-Irvine...

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NASA image: KSC-07pd1293
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May 25, 2007

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Former astronauts take their seats in the newest attraction at Kennedy Space Center's...

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NASA image: Wildlife at KSC
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Nov 26, 2024

Wildlife at KSC

A great blue heron stands in the water at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024. A...

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NASA image: Aerial view of the Challenger making approach for landing at KSC
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Feb 14, 1984

Aerial view of the Challenger making approach for landing at KSC

S84-27155 (11 Feb 1984) --- The first Space Shuttle landing in Florida was recorded just moments prior to touchdown...

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NASA image: KSC-04pd1248
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Jun 4, 2004

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - Distinctive with its black and white coloring and very long red legs trailing behind is...

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NASA image: KSC-2010-5735
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Nov 24, 2010

KSC-2010-5735

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- At NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, an osprey is perched on a weather pole at a...

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NASA image: What's Up: January 2023 Skywatching Tips from NASA
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Dec 29, 2022

What's Up: January 2023 Skywatching Tips from NASA

What are some skywatching highlights in January 2023? Some lovely groupings this month include the Moon with Mars,...

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NASA image: Earthrise: A Conversation with Apollo 8 Astronaut Bill Anders (Official NASA Video)
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Apr 21, 2023

Earthrise: A Conversation with Apollo 8 Astronaut Bill Anders (Official NASA Video)

On Dec. 24, 1968, Apollo 8 astronauts Frank Borman, Jim Lovell, and Bill Anders became the first humans to orbit the...

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NASA image: KSC-2010-5319
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Jul 23, 2010

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- At NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, a dragonfly is seen in the Launch Complex 39 area...

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NASA image: Hearing on Lunar And Deep Space Exploration
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May 8, 2019

Hearing on Lunar And Deep Space Exploration

Rep. Brian Babin, R - Texas, gives opening remarks during the House Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics hearing...

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NASA image: KSC-2009-2864
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Apr 20, 2009

KSC-2009-2864

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. –– A great blue heron takes its familiar stance at the edge of the water, watching for fish or...

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NASA image: Saturn Apollo Program
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Aug 1, 1969

Saturn Apollo Program

On July 21, 1969, only days after walking on the Moon's surface, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin leave lunar orbit...

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NASA image: KSC-07pd1289
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May 25, 2007

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Many former astronauts gather at the opening of the newest attraction at Kennedy Space...

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NASA image: KSC-07pd1294
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May 25, 2007

KSC-07pd1294

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Former astronauts take their seats in the newest attraction at Kennedy Space Center's...

KSC
NASA image: Hearing on Lunar And Deep Space Exploration
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May 8, 2019

Hearing on Lunar And Deep Space Exploration

NASA Special Assistant to the Administrator Mark Sirangelo listens as NASA Associate Administrator, Human...

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NASA image: Hearing on Lunar And Deep Space Exploration
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May 8, 2019

Hearing on Lunar And Deep Space Exploration

NASA Associate Administrator, Human Exploration and Operations William Gerstenmaier testifies during the House...

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NASA image: KSC-2010-5320
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Jul 23, 2010

KSC-2010-5320

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- At NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, a dragonfly is seen in the Launch Complex 39 area...

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NASA image: KSC-01PP-0738
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Apr 5, 2001

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Within sight of the Vehicle Assembly Building, medical, paramedic and other personnel...

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NASA image: ART CONCEPTS - APOLLO IX
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Feb 20, 1969

ART CONCEPTS - APOLLO IX

S69-19797 (February 1969) --- Composite of two artist's concepts illustrating key events, tasks and activities from...

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NASA image: KSC-2010-5736
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Nov 24, 2010

KSC-2010-5736

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- At NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, an osprey is perched on a weather pole at a...

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NASA image: STS-39 crew activities
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Jul 7, 2009

STS-39 crew activities

STS039-20-006 (28 April-6 May 1991) --- Astronaut Michael L. Coats, STS-39 mission commander, works controls of a...

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NASA image: KSC-99pp0913
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Jul 19, 1999

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At the piano, singer-songwriter Judy Collins performs her original song, "Beyond the Sky," at the KSC Visitor...

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NASA image: Lunar Observation
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Aug 1, 2012

Lunar Observation

ISS032-E-011477 (1 Aug. 2012) --- One of the Expedition 32 crew members aboard the Earth-orbiting International...

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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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