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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: ED08-0151-02
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Jul 2, 2008

ED08-0151-02

A ground crewman unplugs electrical connections during pre-flight checks of NASA's Ikhana research aircraft....

AFRC
NASA image: iss059e027379
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Apr 21, 2019

iss059e027379

iss059e027379 (April 21, 2019) --- NASA astronaut Anne McClain relaxes with an electronic tablet on a Sunday morning...

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NASA image: ARC-2010-ACD10-0062-026
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Nov 8, 2010

ARC-2010-ACD10-0062-026

STS-131 payload; Ames Space Bio-Sciences Lab, Dr Eduardo Almeida P. I.; complete cell bioreactor prior to connecting...

ARC
NASA image: GRC-2011-C-00119
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Jan 10, 2007

GRC-2011-C-00119

Communications Technology and Development - Communications, Navigation, and Network Reconfigurable Test-bed, CoNNeCT...

GRC
NASA image: iss054e014673
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Jan 5, 2018

iss054e014673

iss054e014673 (Jan. 5, 2018) --- Astronaut Joe Acaba works on wire connections and other maintenance tasks inside...

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NASA image: s62-08744
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Nov 24, 1962

s62-08744

S62-08744 (1962) --- Mechanism for connecting water dispensor to dehydrated food containers to facilitate...

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NASA image: Mobile Launcher CSITU Swing Testing in VAB
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Feb 22, 2019

Mobile Launcher CSITU Swing Testing in VAB

Preparations are underway to perform a preliminary swing test of the Core Stage Inter-tank Umbilical (CSITU) on the...

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NASA image: iss072e423785
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Jan 3, 2025

iss072e423785

iss072e423785 (1/3/2025) — A view of the CLINGERS Cubesat connection mechanism aboard the International Space...

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NASA image: KSC-98pc1368
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Oct 22, 1998

KSC-98pc1368

In the Space Station Processing Facility, a worker places the nameplate on the side of the Unity connecting module,...

KSC
NASA image: International Observe the Moon Night
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Oct 28, 2017

International Observe the Moon Night

Marshall engineer Naveen Vetcha with his telescope. The event, hosted by the Planetary Missions Program at NASA's...

MSFC
NASA image: KSC-98pc1365
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Oct 22, 1998

KSC-98pc1365

In the Space Station Processing Facility, workers look over the Unity connecting module, part of the International...

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NASA image: Forward end (+XA side) of the PMA-2 prior to mating to the Orbiter Docking System (ODS).
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Dec 5, 1998

Forward end (+XA side) of the PMA-2 prior to mating to the Orbiter Docking System (ODS).

STS088-335-017 (5 Dec. 1998) --- One of the STS-88 astronauts aimed a 35mm camera through Endeavour's aft flight...

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NASA image: KSC-98pc1412
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Oct 22, 1998

KSC-98pc1412

In the Space Station Processing Facility, a closeup view shows the overhead crane holding the Unity connecting...

KSC
NASA image: KSC-98pc1363
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Oct 22, 1998

KSC-98pc1363

In the Space Station Processing Facility, a worker checks placement of the nameplate for the Unity connecting...

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NASA image: EVERYWEAR
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Dec 7, 2016

EVERYWEAR

iss050e014804 (12/7/2016) --- European Space Agency (ESA) Thomas Pesquet wearing sensor (Tonometer) connected to...

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NASA image: KSC-98pc1651
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Nov 12, 1998

KSC-98pc1651

Viewed from below, the Unity connecting module is moved into the payload bay of the orbiter Endeavour at Launch Pad...

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NASA image: KSC-98pc1413
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Oct 22, 1998

KSC-98pc1413

In the Space Station Processing Facility, workers at the side and on the floor of the payload canister guide the...

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NASA image: Forward (+XA) end of Node 1 and PMA2 as the module is grappled by the RMS arm
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Dec 5, 1998

Forward (+XA) end of Node 1 and PMA2 as the module is grappled by the RMS arm

STS088-705-070 (5 Dec. 1998) --- One of the STS-88 astronauts aimed a 70mm camera through Endeavour's aft flight...

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NASA image: KSC-98pc1650
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Nov 12, 1998

KSC-98pc1650

Looking like a painting, this wide-angle view shows the Unity connecting module being moved toward the payload bay...

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NASA image: Earth Observation
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Jun 23, 2014

Earth Observation

ISS040-E-017069 (23 June 2014) --- One of the Expedition 40 crew members aboard the International Space Station...

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NASA image: KSC-98pc1649
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Nov 12, 1998

KSC-98pc1649

The Unity connecting module is moved toward the payload bay of the orbiter Endeavour at Launch Pad 39A. Part of the...

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NASA image: Mobile Launcher CSITU Swing Testing in VAB
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Feb 22, 2019

Mobile Launcher CSITU Swing Testing in VAB

A view of the new work platforms in High Bay 3 of the Vehicle Assembly Building on Feb. 22, 2019, at NASA’s Kennedy...

KSC
NASA image: International Observe the Moon Night
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Oct 28, 2017

International Observe the Moon Night

Marshall Space Flight Center retiree Ron Creel with young participant at LUROVA exhibit. The event, hosted by the...

MSFC
NASA image: Cabana and Krikalev prepare to open the hatch to the FGB/Zarya module
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Dec 10, 1998

Cabana and Krikalev prepare to open the hatch to the FGB/Zarya module

S88-E-5118 (12-10-98) --- The attire of Robert D. Cabana, left, and Sergei Krikalev stands out brightly against 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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