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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-04pd1155
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May 14, 2004

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Center Director Jim Kennedy addresses students and faculty of Howard A. Doolin Middle...

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NASA image: KSC-04pd1174
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May 14, 2004

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- After his presentation at Howard A. Doolin Middle School, Miami, Fla., astronaut David...

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NASA image: KSC-04pd1173
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May 14, 2004

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- After his presentation at Howard A. Doolin Middle School, Miami, Fla., astronaut David...

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NASA image: KSC-04pd1149
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May 14, 2004

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- During lunch in the library at Howard A. Doolin Middle School, Miami, Fla., astronaut...

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NASA image: KSC-04pd1154
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May 14, 2004

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Eduardo Tillet, principal of Howard A. Doolin Middle School, Miami, Fla., welcomes...

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NASA image: Orion Exploration Flight Test (201412030002HQ)
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Dec 3, 2014

Orion Exploration Flight Test (201412030002HQ)

NASA’s Orion spacecraft mounted atop a United Launch Alliance Delta IV Heavy rocket is visible inside the Mobile...

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NASA image: Orion Exploration Flight Test (201412030001HQ)
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Dec 3, 2014

Orion Exploration Flight Test (201412030001HQ)

NASA’s Orion spacecraft mounted atop a United Launch Alliance Delta IV Heavy rocket is visible inside the Mobile...

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NASA image: NASA’s Imaging X-Ray Polarimetry Explorer (IXPE) Encapsulation
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Dec 2, 2021

NASA’s Imaging X-Ray Polarimetry Explorer (IXPE) Encapsulation

NASA’s Imaging X-Ray Polarimetry Explorer (IXPE) spacecraft and nose fairing are brought together for encapsulation...

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NASA image: NASA’s Imaging X-Ray Polarimetry Explorer (IXPE) Encapsulation
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Dec 2, 2021

NASA’s Imaging X-Ray Polarimetry Explorer (IXPE) Encapsulation

NASA’s Imaging X-Ray Polarimetry Explorer (IXPE) spacecraft and nose fairing are brought together for encapsulation...

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NASA image: Rock Spire in Spirit of St. Louis Crater on Mars False Color
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Apr 30, 2015

Rock Spire in Spirit of St. Louis Crater on Mars False Color

An elongated crater called "Spirit of St. Louis," with a rock spire in it, dominates a recent scene from the...

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NASA image: KSC-04pd1148
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May 14, 2004

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Center Director Jim Kennedy (left) talks to Eduardo Tillet (right), principal of...

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NASA image: Temperature Map, "Bonneville Crater" (1:35 p.m.)
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May 17, 2004

Temperature Map, "Bonneville Crater" (1:35 p.m.)

Rates of change in surface temperatures during a martian day indicate differences in particle size in and near...

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NASA image: Globular Cluster Messier 2 in Aquarius
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Dec 11, 2003

Globular Cluster Messier 2 in Aquarius

This image of the Globular cluster Messier 2 (M2) was taken by Galaxy Evolution Explorer on August 20, 2003. This...

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NASA image: Launch Vehicles
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Aug 6, 1959

Launch Vehicles

The launch of Thor/Able 3 launch vehicle on August 6, 1959, from the Atlantic Missile Range. The payload was...

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NASA image: Voyager the Explorer
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Jul 3, 2013

Voyager the Explorer

This artist concept shows NASA Voyager spacecraft against a field of stars in the darkness of space as they travel...

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NASA image: Rock Spire in Spirit of St. Louis Crater on Mars Stereo
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Apr 30, 2015

Rock Spire in Spirit of St. Louis Crater on Mars Stereo

An elongated crater called "Spirit of St. Louis," with a rock spire in it, dominates this stereo view from NASA's...

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NASA image: Mars Rover Opportunity Panorama of Rocheport.
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Apr 19, 2017

Mars Rover Opportunity Panorama of Rocheport.

A ridge called "Rocheport" on the western rim of Mars' Endeavour Crater spans this mosaic of images from the...

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NASA image: Mars Rover Opportunity Panorama of Rocheport Stereo
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Apr 19, 2017

Mars Rover Opportunity Panorama of Rocheport Stereo

A ridge called "Rocheport" on the western rim of Mars' Endeavour Crater spans this stereo scene from the panoramic...

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NASA image: Planetary Nebula NGC 7293 also Known as the Helix Nebula
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May 5, 2005

Planetary Nebula NGC 7293 also Known as the Helix Nebula

This ultraviolet image from NASA Galaxy Evolution Explorer is of the planetary nebula NGC 7293 also known as the...

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NASA image: Preparing for Artemis: NASA's Geology Training for Lunar Exploration
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Mar 26, 2025

Preparing for Artemis: NASA's Geology Training for Lunar Exploration

From the volcanic fields of Arizona to the lunar-like landscape of Iceland, NASA scientists are actively preparing...

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NASA image: Jeremy Hansen Artemis II Crew Announcement Resource Reel
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Apr 3, 2023

Jeremy Hansen Artemis II Crew Announcement Resource Reel

On April 3, 2023, Jeremy Hansen was announced as a mission specialist for the Artemis II mission. Artemis II will be...

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NASA image: Early Rockets
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Jan 31, 1958

Early Rockets

Explorer 1 atop a Jupiter-C in gantry. Jupiter-C carrying the first American satellite, Explorer 1, was successfully...

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NASA image: KSC-2013-1657
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Feb 27, 2013

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – Dan Dumbacher, deputy associate administrator for the Exploration Systems Development...

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NASA image: Water Falls: Getting the Big Picture
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May 26, 2015

Water Falls: Getting the Big Picture

A short video the explores the uses and advantages of remote sensing.

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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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