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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: North Polar Layers
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May 24, 2018

North Polar Layers

This VIS image shows the margin between the polar cap and the surrounding plains. There are dunes on the plains at...

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NASA image: Earth observation taken by the Expedition 28 crew
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Sep 8, 2011

Earth observation taken by the Expedition 28 crew

ISS028-E-044444 (8 Sept. 2011) --- This image, photographed by an Expedition 28 crew member on the International...

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NASA image: Earth Observations taken by the Expedition 18 Crew
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Dec 20, 2008

Earth Observations taken by the Expedition 18 Crew

ISS018-E-014770 (20 Dec. 2008) --- Sand dunes in the Marzuq Sand Sea, southwest Libya are featured in this image...

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NASA image: Earth Observations taken by the Expedition 27 Crew
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May 16, 2011

Earth Observations taken by the Expedition 27 Crew

ISS027-E-034290 (16 May 2011) --- Ar Rub al Khali Sand Sea, Arabian Peninsula is featured in this image photographed...

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NASA image: Earth Observations taken by Expedition 26 Crewmember
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Feb 13, 2011

Earth Observations taken by Expedition 26 Crewmember

ISS026-E-026761 (13 Feb. 2011) --- Medano Blanco coastal dunes in Buenos Aires Province, Argentina are featured in...

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NASA image: Investigating Mars: Melas Chasma
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Nov 30, 2017

Investigating Mars: Melas Chasma

Melas Chasma is part of the largest canyon system on Mars, Valles Marineris. At only 563 km long (349 miles) it is...

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NASA image: Investigating Mars: Melas Chasma
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Dec 4, 2017

Investigating Mars: Melas Chasma

Melas Chasma is part of the largest canyon system on Mars, Valles Marineris. At only 563 km long (349 miles) it is...

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NASA image: A Streamlined Form in Lethe Vallis
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Sep 8, 2016

A Streamlined Form in Lethe Vallis

This image shows a portion of Lethe Vallis, an outflow channel that also transported lava. Another investigation of...

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NASA image: Investigating Mars: Moreux Crater
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Nov 20, 2017

Investigating Mars: Moreux Crater

This image of Moreux Crater is dominated by the central peak. There are sand dunes on the right side of the image....

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NASA image: Creative Photography - Nature/Wildlife
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Oct 28, 2020

Creative Photography - Nature/Wildlife

NASA’s Kennedy Space Center occupies a scenic stretch of land along Florida’s east coast, including miles of...

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NASA image: Olympia Undae
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Apr 10, 2020

Olympia Undae

This VIS image shows part of Olympia Undae, a vast sand sea near the north pole. In regions with limited sand...

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NASA image: Creative Photography - Nature/Wildlife
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Oct 28, 2020

Creative Photography - Nature/Wildlife

NASA’s Kennedy Space Center occupies a scenic stretch of land along Florida’s east coast, including miles of...

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NASA image: Auqakuh Vallis
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Dec 21, 2015

Auqakuh Vallis

Today's VIS image shows part of Auqakuh Vallis. Sand dunes are visible on the floor of the channel. Orbit Number:...

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NASA image: Terra Cimmeria Crater
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Jul 11, 2022

Terra Cimmeria Crater

Today's VIS image shows a field of sand dunes on the floor of an unnamed crater in Terra Cimmeria. Orbit Number:...

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NASA image: Matara Crater Dunes - False Color
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Nov 30, 2021

Matara Crater Dunes - False Color

The THEMIS VIS camera contains 5 filters. The data from different filters can be combined in multiple ways to create...

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NASA image: Investigating Mars: Moreux Crater
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Nov 24, 2017

Investigating Mars: Moreux Crater

This image of Moreux Crater shows the highest elevations of the central peak, as well as the nearby sand dunes. In...

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NASA image: Earth Observations taken by the Expedition 35 Crew
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Mar 25, 2013

Earth Observations taken by the Expedition 35 Crew

ISS035-E-009454 (25 March 2013 ) --- One of the Expedition 35 crew members aboard the Earth-orbiting International...

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NASA image: Strengths of Materials in Ganges Mensa
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Oct 23, 2010

Strengths of Materials in Ganges Mensa

In this image from NASA Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter, there are at least two distinct geologic units, a light-toned...

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NASA image: Rabe Crater
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Jul 10, 2009

Rabe Crater

This daytime infrared image of Rabe Crater illustrates the warming effect of the sun on sand. The extensive sand...

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NASA image: Namib Desert, Namibia
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Nov 5, 2013

Namib Desert, Namibia

This image, acquired by NASA Terra spacecraft, shows the Namib Desert, a coastal desert in southern Africa. This...

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NASA image: Staring at the Sea, Staring at the Sand
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Sep 8, 2014

Staring at the Sea, Staring at the Sand

Staring at the Sea, Staring at the Sand. The smooth, rolling terrain in this high resolution image from NASA...

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NASA image: Full-Circle Vista During Curiosity Approach to Dingo Gap
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Jan 29, 2014

Full-Circle Vista During Curiosity Approach to Dingo Gap

The view from NASA Mars rover Curiosity covers a full 360 degrees, centered toward the south, with north at both the...

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NASA image: Images of Gale #18
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Apr 26, 2013

Images of Gale #18

This image from NASA Mars Odyssey spacecraft shows the major channel that started near the top of Mt. Sharp. Near...

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NASA image: Images of Gale #21
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May 2, 2013

Images of Gale #21

This image captured by NASA 2001 Mars Odyssey spacecraft of the western floor of Gale Crater shows the large region...

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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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