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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: MISSION CONTROL CENTER (MCC) - GEMINI-TITAN (GT)-6 ACTIVITY - MSC
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Dec 12, 1965

MISSION CONTROL CENTER (MCC) - GEMINI-TITAN (GT)-6 ACTIVITY - MSC

S65-62062 (12 Dec. 1965) --- Discussing the scrubbing of the planned National Aeronautics and Space Administration?s...

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NASA image: Human Spaceflight The Kennedy Legacy
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May 25, 2011

Human Spaceflight The Kennedy Legacy

Emil de Cou conducts the Space Philharmonic during a program entitled Human Spaceflight: The Kennedy Legacy,...

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NASA image: #AskNASA - What Is Artemis?
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Sep 23, 2019

#AskNASA - What Is Artemis?

NASA astronaut Serena M. Auñón-Chancellor answers the question ‘What is Artemis?’ Comment on this video using...

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NASA image: Agena Target Docking Vehicle photographed from Gemini 10 spacecraft
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Jul 18, 1966

Agena Target Docking Vehicle photographed from Gemini 10 spacecraft

S66-46124 (18 July 1966) --- Agena Target Docking Vehicle 5005 is photographed from the Gemini-10 spacecraft during...

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NASA image: Space Shuttle Projects
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Nov 7, 1988

Space Shuttle Projects

The STS-28 insignia was designed by the astronaut crew, who said it portrays the pride the American people have in...

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NASA image: Human Spaceflight The Kennedy Legacy
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May 25, 2011

Human Spaceflight The Kennedy Legacy

Actress June Lockhart livens up the audience after donning a NASA cap during a program entitled Human Spaceflight:...

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NASA image: SIMULATOR - GEMINI-TITAN (GT)-4 - TEST - CAPE
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May 21, 1965

SIMULATOR - GEMINI-TITAN (GT)-4 - TEST - CAPE

S65-19576 (21 May 1965) --- Astronaut Edward H. White II, pilot of the Gemini-Titan 4 prime crew, goes through a wet...

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NASA image: Earth observations taken during STS-41C
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Jun 25, 2009

Earth observations taken during STS-41C

41C-39-1973 (6-13 April 1984) --- Though photographed on previous manned spaceflights, the Richat Structure in...

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NASA image: Human Spaceflight The Kennedy Legacy
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May 25, 2011

Human Spaceflight The Kennedy Legacy

Musician Herbie Hancock bows to the audience after perfrorming during a program commemorating Human Spaceflight and...

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NASA image: Astronaut Alan B. Shepard has his blood pressure and temperature checked
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Jan 1, 1961

Astronaut Alan B. Shepard has his blood pressure and temperature checked

S61-02749 (5 May 1961) --- Astronaut Alan B. Shepard Jr. has his blood pressure and temperature checked prior to his...

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NASA image: Human Spaceflight The Kennedy Legacy
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May 25, 2011

Human Spaceflight The Kennedy Legacy

Astronauts Scott Altman, left, and Leland Melvin speak of their fallen comrades during a program commemorating Human...

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NASA image: Human Spaceflight The Kennedy Legacy
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May 25, 2011

Human Spaceflight The Kennedy Legacy

Emil de Cou conducts the Space Philharmonic during a program entitled Human Spaceflight: The Kennedy Legacy,...

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NASA image: View of Astronaut John Glenn in his Mercury pressure suit
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Oct 27, 1964

View of Astronaut John Glenn in his Mercury pressure suit

S64-36910 (February 1962) --- Astronaut John H. Glenn Jr., wearing a Mercury pressure suit, was the pilot of the...

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NASA image: Various views of Expedition One crewmembers in Russia
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Oct 27, 2000

Various views of Expedition One crewmembers in Russia

JSC2000-E-27077 (16 October 2000) --- Expedition One crew members in Moscow's Red Square. From left, Soyuz pilot...

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NASA image: Astronaut Alan Shepard receives MASA Distinguished Service award
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May 7, 1961

Astronaut Alan Shepard receives MASA Distinguished Service award

S88-31388 (8 May 1961) --- Astronaut Alan B. Shepard Jr. (center), along with wife Louise, waves to a crowd outside...

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NASA image: Human Spaceflight The Kennedy Legacy
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May 25, 2011

Human Spaceflight The Kennedy Legacy

Deputy Administrator Lori Garver delivers remarks as Emil de Cou, right, looks on during a program commemorating...

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NASA image: Launch of the Gemini 5 spacecraft from Pad 19 at 9 a.m. Aug. 21, 1965.
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Aug 21, 1954

Launch of the Gemini 5 spacecraft from Pad 19 at 9 a.m. Aug. 21, 1965.

S65-50774 (21 Aug. 1965) --- The National Aeronautics and Space Administration launched the Gemini-5 spacecraft from...

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NASA image: Astronaut John Young hoisted aboard helicopter during water egress training
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Jun 18, 1966

Astronaut John Young hoisted aboard helicopter during water egress training

S66-39713 (18 June 1966) --- Astronaut John W. Young, Gemini-10 command pilot, is hoisted up to a U.S. Coast Guard...

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NASA image: GEMINI-TITAN (GT)-5 - LIFTOFF - CAPE
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Aug 21, 1965

GEMINI-TITAN (GT)-5 - LIFTOFF - CAPE

S65-28694 (21 Aug. 1965) --- The National Aeronautics and Space Administration launched the Gemini-5 spacecraft from...

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NASA image: Examination - Plants - Lunar (Germ Free) Soil - Plant Laboratory - MSC
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Oct 8, 1969

Examination - Plants - Lunar (Germ Free) Soil - Plant Laboratory - MSC

S69-53894 (October 1969) --- Dr. Charles H. Walkinshaw, Jr., Spaceflight Biotechnology Branch botanist, Preventive...

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NASA image: Cape Canaveral, Kennedy Space Center, Florida
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Jun 22, 1973

Cape Canaveral, Kennedy Space Center, Florida

SL2-106-1194 (22 June 1973) --- This overhead view of the central eastern shore of Florida shows the Cape Canaveral...

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NASA image: Human Spaceflight The Kennedy Legacy
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May 25, 2011

Human Spaceflight The Kennedy Legacy

Musician Herbie Hancock plays a piece on the piano during a program commemorating Human Spaceflight and the Kennedy...

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NASA image: Gemini 10 prime crew during press conference
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Jul 2, 1966

Gemini 10 prime crew during press conference

S66-39769 (2 July 1966) --- Astronauts John W. Young (left), command pilot, and Michael Collins, pilot, the prime...

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NASA image: Human Spaceflight The Kennedy Legacy
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May 25, 2011

Human Spaceflight The Kennedy Legacy

Ted Kennedy III guest conducts the Space Philharmonic during a program commemorating Human Spaceflight and the...

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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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