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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-2011-4247
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Jun 1, 2011

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- At NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, a team of highly trained personnel inside the...

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NASA image: Space Shuttle Project
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Nov 1, 1992

Space Shuttle Project

Aligned straight on with the red approach lights, the Orbiter Columbia (STS-52) glides toward Runway 33 of Kennedy...

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NASA image: Space Shuttle Project
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Dec 12, 1990

Space Shuttle Project

Picture perfect night landing of the Space Shuttle Columbia (STS-35).

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NASA image: Space Shuttle Project
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Sep 12, 1992

Space Shuttle Project

A smooth countdown culminated in a picture-perfect launch as the Space Shuttle Endeavour (STS-47) climbed skyward...

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NASA image: Space Shuttle Project
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Mar 4, 1994

Space Shuttle Project

With a veteran crew aboard, the Space Shuttle Columbia (STS-62) roars off Launch Pad 39B to begin a 14-day extended...

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NASA image: Space Shuttle Project
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Jun 20, 1996

Space Shuttle Project

Midmorning proved the perfect time for a Space Shuttle launch as the thunderstorms that characteristically develop...

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NASA image: Space Shuttle Project
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Mar 4, 1994

Space Shuttle Project

Clear skies, tranquil winds, and a brilliant morning sun mark the ontime liftoff of Space Shuttle Columbia (STS-62)...

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NASA image: Space Shuttle Project
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Jun 20, 1996

Space Shuttle Project

Midmorning proved the perfect time for a Space Shuttle launch as the thunderstorms that characteristically develop...

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NASA image: Space Shuttle Project
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Oct 20, 1995

Space Shuttle Project

A unique view of the Space Shuttle Columbia (STS-73) moments after bursting into Earth's atmosphere on its way...

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NASA image: Space Shuttle Project
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Jun 20, 1996

Space Shuttle Project

Midmorning proved the perfect time for a Space Shuttle launch as the thunderstorms that characteristically develop...

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NASA image: KSC-2011-4073
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May 31, 2011

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- STS-135 Commander Chris Ferguson, left, and Pilot Doug Hurley head out on the Shuttle...

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NASA image: KSC-2011-4089
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May 31, 2011

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- The STS-135 crew members talk to media as their vehicle, space shuttle Atlantis, makes its...

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NASA image: KSC-2011-4077
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May 31, 2011

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- STS-135 Commander Chris Ferguson and Pilot Doug Hurley are aboard Shuttle Training Aircraft...

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NASA image: KSC-2011-4090
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May 31, 2011

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- The STS-135 crew members talk to media as their vehicle, space shuttle Atlantis, makes its...

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NASA image: KSC-2011-4072
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May 31, 2011

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- STS-135 Commander Chris Ferguson is greeted on the Shuttle Landing Facility at NASA's...

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NASA image: KSC-2011-4074
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May 31, 2011

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- STS-135 Commander Chris Ferguson straps into a Shuttle Training Aircraft to practice...

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NASA image: KSC-2011-4076
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May 31, 2011

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- STS-135 Commander Chris Ferguson, left, and Pilot Doug Hurley head out on the Shuttle...

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NASA image: KSC-2011-4075
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May 31, 2011

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- STS-135 Commander Chris Ferguson and Pilot Doug Hurley are aboard two Shuttle Training...

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NASA image: STS-9 - Mission Operations Control Room (MOCR) - JSC
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Nov 28, 1983

STS-9 - Mission Operations Control Room (MOCR) - JSC

Mission Control Center (MCC) activities during Day-1 of the STS-9 mission with Flight Director Jay H. Greene and Lt....

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NASA image: Views taken during third EVA of the STS-88 mission
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Dec 13, 1998

Views taken during third EVA of the STS-88 mission

STS088-702-024 (4-15 Dec. 1998) --- Astronauts Jerry L. Ross (left) and James H. Newman, both mission specialists,...

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NASA image: STS-9 - Mission Operations Control Room (MOCR) - JSC
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Nov 28, 1983

STS-9 - Mission Operations Control Room (MOCR) - JSC

Mission Control Center (MCC) activities during Day-1 of the STS-9 mission with Flight Director Jay H. Greene and Lt....

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NASA image: STS_135_FDF
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Jun 24, 2011

STS_135_FDF

JSC2011-E-059611 (24 June 2011) --- NASA astronaut Sandy Magnus, STS-135 mission specialist, leans out around pilot...

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NASA image: Launch of Space Shuttle Atlantis / STS-129 Mission
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Nov 16, 2009

Launch of Space Shuttle Atlantis / STS-129 Mission

STS129-S-057 (16 Nov. 2009) --- From left, LeRoy Cain, NASA's deputy manager, Space Shuttle Program; Michael Coats,...

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NASA image: Launch Views - Columbia - STS-1 Mission - KSC
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Apr 12, 1981

Launch Views - Columbia - STS-1 Mission - KSC

S81-30460 (12 April 1981) --- A remote camera at the Kennedy Space Center's Launch Pad 39A captured this scene as...

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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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