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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: iss071e462507
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Aug 12, 2024

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iss071e462507 (Aug. 12, 2024) --- NASA astronaut and Expedition 71 Flight Engineer Matthew Dominick mixes bags...

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NASA image: Spacesuits for Artemis: Moon Dust and Mobility
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Jul 6, 2022

Spacesuits for Artemis: Moon Dust and Mobility

Exploration is dirty work! Advanced spacesuits will protect the first woman and person of color on the Moon from the...

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NASA image: Lunar Tire Close-up
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Feb 23, 2017

Lunar Tire Close-up

This is a close-up of an exact replica of the Apollo-era Lunar Roving Vehicle Wheel, of which twelve originals still...

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NASA image: Saturn Apollo Program
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Aug 1, 1967

Saturn Apollo Program

Under the direction of Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC), the Lunar Roving Vehicle (LRV) was designed to allow...

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NASA image: Astronaut David Scott using Apollo Lunar Surface Drill during second EVA
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Aug 1, 1971

Astronaut David Scott using Apollo Lunar Surface Drill during second EVA

S71-41501 (1 Aug. 1971) --- Astronaut David R. Scott, Apollo 15 commander, is seen carrying the Apollo Lunar Surface...

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NASA image: Astronaut Harrison Schmitt retrieving lunar samples during EVA
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Dec 12, 1972

Astronaut Harrison Schmitt retrieving lunar samples during EVA

AS17-145-22165 (12 Dec. 1972) --- Scientist-astronaut Harrison H. Schmitt, lunar module pilot, with his adjustable...

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NASA image: Astronaut Harrison Schmitt uses scoop to retrieve lunar samples during EVA
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Dec 12, 1972

Astronaut Harrison Schmitt uses scoop to retrieve lunar samples during EVA

AS17-145-22157 (12 Dec. 1972) --- Scientist-astronaut Harrison Schmitt, Apollo 17 lunar module pilot, uses an...

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NASA image: Saturn Apollo Program
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Jan 1, 1969

Saturn Apollo Program

The Apollo 12 three-man crew pictured left to right are: Astronauts Charles Conrad, Spacecraft Commander; Richard F....

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NASA image: Astronaut John Young collecting samples at North Ray crater during EVA
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Apr 23, 1972

Astronaut John Young collecting samples at North Ray crater during EVA

AS16-117-18826 (23 April 1972) --- Astronaut John W. Young collects samples at the North Ray Crater geological site...

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NASA image: Saturn Apollo Program
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Nov 14, 1969

Saturn Apollo Program

This image depicts the liftoff of the Apollo 12 on November 14, 1969. The second mission of the marned lunar landing...

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NASA image: KSC-2011-3960
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May 24, 2011

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University students prepare their team's remote controlled or autonomous excavator, called a lunabot, to maneuver in...

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NASA image: KSC-2011-7762
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Nov 8, 2011

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – In the Granular Mechanics and Regolith Operations (GMRO) Lab at NASA's Kennedy Space Center...

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NASA image: KSC-2011-4002
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May 25, 2011

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- This tent called a "Lunarena" is a giant "sandbox," with about 60 tons of ultra-fine...

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NASA image: KSC-2011-7763
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Nov 8, 2011

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – In the Granular Mechanics and Regolith Operations (GMRO) Lab at NASA's Kennedy Space Center...

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NASA image: KSC-2011-7761
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Nov 8, 2011

KSC-2011-7761

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – In the Granular Mechanics and Regolith Operations (GMRO) Lab at NASA's Kennedy Space Center...

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NASA image: Apollo 15 Lunar Module "Falcon" seen before ascent stage liftoff
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Aug 2, 1971

Apollo 15 Lunar Module "Falcon" seen before ascent stage liftoff

S71-41511 (2 Aug. 1971) --- The Apollo 15 Lunar Module (LM) "Falcon" is seen only seconds before ascent stage...

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NASA image: Saturn Apollo Program
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Jan 1, 1971

Saturn Apollo Program

This is the Apollo 14 mission insignia or logo. The Apollo 14, carrying a crew of three astronauts: Stuart A. Roosa,...

MSFC
NASA image: Saturn Apollo Program
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Jan 31, 1971

Saturn Apollo Program

The moon bound Apollo 14, carrying a crew of three astronauts: Mission commander Alan B. Shepard Jr., Command Module...

MSFC
NASA image: Saturn Apollo Program
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Jan 31, 1971

Saturn Apollo Program

Stuart A. Roosa, Apollo 14 Command Module pilot, undergoes a final space suit check prior to liftoff. The Apollo 14,...

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NASA image: GMRO Lab Group Photo
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Feb 13, 2023

GMRO Lab Group Photo

Groups from the Granular Mechanics and Regolith Operations (GMRO) laboratory and the Electrostatics and Surface...

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NASA image: GMRO Lab Group Photo
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Feb 13, 2023

GMRO Lab Group Photo

Groups from the Granular Mechanics and Regolith Operations (GMRO) laboratory and the Electrostatics and Surface...

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NASA image: Saturn Apollo Program
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Feb 5, 1971

Saturn Apollo Program

The moon bound Apollo 14, carrying a crew of three astronauts: Mission commander Alan B. Shepard Jr., Command Module...

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NASA image: Astronaut Edwin Aldrin walks on lunar surface near leg of Lunar Module
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Jul 20, 1969

Astronaut Edwin Aldrin walks on lunar surface near leg of Lunar Module

AS11-40-5903 (20 July 1969) --- Astronaut Edwin E. Aldrin Jr., lunar module pilot, walks on the surface of the moon...

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NASA image: View of two U.S. spacecraft on the surface of the moon
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Nov 20, 1969

View of two U.S. spacecraft on the surface of the moon

AS12-48-7133 (20 Nov. 1969) --- This unusual photograph, taken during the second Apollo 12 extravehicular activity...

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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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