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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.

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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: ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT UNIT SOLAR SAIL
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Jan 13, 2016

ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT UNIT SOLAR SAIL

TIFFANY LOCKETT OVERSEES THE HALF SCALE (36 SQUARE METERS) ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT UNIT (EDU) SOLAR SAIL DEPLOYMENT...

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NASA image: iss071e124983
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May 28, 2024

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iss071e124983 (May 28, 2024) --- The uncrewed Roscosmos Progress 86 cargo craft, packed with trash and obsolete...

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NASA image: Foale in Base Block with camera
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Nov 3, 1997

Foale in Base Block with camera

STS086-405-008 (25 Sept-6 Oct 1997) --- Astronaut C. Michael Foale, sporting attire representing the STS-86 crew...

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NASA image: iss071e124982
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May 28, 2024

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iss071e124982 (May 28, 2024) --- The uncrewed Roscosmos Progress 86 cargo craft, packed with trash and obsolete...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC1435
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Sep 25, 1997

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STS-86 crew members, including Mission Specialist Scott E. Parazynski, at center, prepare to enter the Space Shuttle...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC1441
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Sep 25, 1997

KSC-97PC1441

STS-86 Commander James D. Wetherbee prepares to enter the Space Shuttle Atlantis at Launch Pad 39A, with the...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC1437
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Sep 25, 1997

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STS-86 Mission Specialist Jean-Loup J.M. Chretien, in orange launch and entry suit at right, and Mission Specialist...

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NASA image: NASA at the Space & Science Festival
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Aug 5, 2017

NASA at the Space & Science Festival

NASA exhibits line Pier 86 during the Intrepid Space & Science Festival, Saturday, Aug. 5, 2017 held at the Intrepid...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC1439
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Sep 25, 1997

KSC-97PC1439

STS-86 Mission Specialists Wendy B. Lawrence, at center facing camera, and Jean-Loup J.M. Chretien of the French...

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NASA image: ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT UNIT SOLAR SAIL
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Jan 13, 2016

ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT UNIT SOLAR SAIL

TIFFANY LOCKETT OVERSEES THE HALF SCALE (36 SQUARE METERS) ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT UNIT (EDU) SOLAR SAIL DEPLOYMENT...

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NASA image: NASA at the Space & Science Festival
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Aug 5, 2017

NASA at the Space & Science Festival

NASA exhibits line Pier 86 during the Intrepid Space & Science Festival, Saturday, Aug. 5, 2017 held at the Intrepid...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC1438
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Sep 25, 1997

KSC-97PC1438

While a white room closeout crew member looks on, STS-86 Pilot Michael J. Bloomfield, at right, gets some assistance...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC1399
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Sep 19, 1997

KSC-97PC1399

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Final preparations are under way to close the payload bay doors of the Space Shuttle...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC1397
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Sep 19, 1997

KSC-97PC1397

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Workers prepare to close the payload bay doors of the Space Shuttle Atlantis in...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC1425
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Sep 25, 1997

KSC-97PC1425

After donning her launch and entry suit, STS-86 Mission Specialist Wendy B. Lawrence gives a "thumbs up" to show...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC1418
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Sep 25, 1997

KSC-97PC1418

With the Rotating Service Structure rolled back, at left, the Space Shuttle Atlantis undergoes final prelaunch...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC1406
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Sep 23, 1997

KSC-97PC1406

Boeing technicians, from right, John Pearce Jr., Mike Vawter and Rob Ferraro prepare a Russian replacement computer...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC1416
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Sep 25, 1997

KSC-97PC1416

With the Rotating Service Structure rolled back, at left, the Space Shuttle Atlantis undergoes final prelaunch...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC1367
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Sep 9, 1997

KSC-97PC1367

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. -- With the Space Shuttle Atlantis behind them, the STS-86 crew poses for a photograph at...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC1404
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Sep 23, 1997

KSC-97PC1404

Technicians at the SPACEHAB Payload Processing Facility in Cape Canaveral prepare a Russian replacement computer for...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC1398
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Sep 19, 1997

KSC-97PC1398

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Final preparations are under way to close the payload bay doors of the Space Shuttle...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC1405
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Sep 23, 1997

KSC-97PC1405

Boeing technicians John Pearce Jr., at left, and Mike Vawter prepare a Russian replacement computer for stowage...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC1396
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Sep 19, 1997

KSC-97PC1396

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Workers prepare to close the payload bay doors of the Space Shuttle Atlantis in...

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NASA image: Expedition70 - Progress 86 Cargo Ship Launch from Baikonur
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Dec 1, 2023

Expedition70 - Progress 86 Cargo Ship Launch from Baikonur

The uncrewed Roscosmos ISS Progress 86 cargo spacecraft launched to the International Space Station from 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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