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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: Tours with Chief Scientist and Senior Climate Advisor Dr. Kate Calvin
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Jun 17, 2024

Tours with Chief Scientist and Senior Climate Advisor Dr. Kate Calvin

Tour of the Hybrid Thermally Efficient Core (HyTEC) Facility on June 17, 2024 at Glenn Research Center. Pictured in...

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NASA image: Green Flight Challenge
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Sep 28, 2011

Green Flight Challenge

PhoEnix Aircraft Pilot Jim Lee poses for a photograph during the 2011 Green Flight Challenge, sponsored by Google,...

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NASA image: Green Flight Challenge
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Sep 27, 2011

Green Flight Challenge

The Pipistrel-USA, Taurus G4 aircraft prepares to takeoff for the miles per gallon (MPG) flight during the 2011...

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NASA image: Green Flight Challenge
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Sep 28, 2011

Green Flight Challenge

Various team members applaud as aircraft return from the speed competition during the 2011 Green Flight Challenge,...

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NASA image: Astronauts in X-57 Simulator at Armstrong Flight Research Center
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Jun 26, 2019

Astronauts in X-57 Simulator at Armstrong Flight Research Center

NASA's 2017 astronaut candidates (L to R) Bob Hines, Matthew Dominick and Jasmin Moghbeli practice flying in X-57...

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NASA image: Around Marshall
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Jun 8, 1995

Around Marshall

A pigment (phthalocyanine) is studied at the Marshall Materials and Processes Lab. The pigment has the ability to...

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NASA image: Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio
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Jun 17, 2019

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploration Habitat Demonstrator with astronauts to evaluate...

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NASA image: ARC-2009-ACD09-0259-010
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Dec 3, 2009

ARC-2009-ACD09-0259-010

Efficient Descent Advisor, Simulaiton Number 2, ATC Lab N-257; ATC lab with Denver Air Traffic Controlers Glen...

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NASA image: Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio
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Jun 17, 2019

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploration Habitat Demonstrator with astronauts to evaluate...

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NASA image: Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio
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Jun 17, 2019

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploration Habitat Demonstrator with astronauts to evaluate...

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NASA image: Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio
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Jun 17, 2019

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploration Habitat Demonstrator with astronauts to evaluate...

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NASA image: Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio
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Jun 17, 2019

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploration Habitat Demonstrator with astronauts to evaluate...

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NASA image: Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio
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Jun 17, 2019

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploration Habitat Demonstrator with astronauts to evaluate...

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NASA image: MADCAT model  Interior of Structure
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Aug 8, 2017

MADCAT model Interior of Structure

Mission Adaptive Digital Composite Aerostructure Technologies (MADCAT) model in the 14x22 test section. Interior of...

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NASA image: GRC-2004-C-01645
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Nov 28, 2000

GRC-2004-C-01645

Ultra-Efficient Engine Technology (UEET), Proof of Concept Compressor, Advanced Compressor Casing Treatment testing;...

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NASA image: Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio
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Jun 17, 2019

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploration Habitat Demonstrator with astronauts to evaluate...

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NASA image: Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio
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Jun 17, 2019

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploration Habitat Demonstrator with astronauts to evaluate...

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NASA image: Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio
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Jun 17, 2019

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploration Habitat Demonstrator with astronauts to evaluate...

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NASA image: Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio
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Jun 17, 2019

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploration Habitat Demonstrator with astronauts to evaluate...

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NASA image: Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio
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Jun 17, 2019

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploration Habitat Demonstrator with astronauts to evaluate...

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NASA image: Space Shuttle Project
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Dec 16, 1996

Space Shuttle Project

A NASA scientist displays Space Shuttle Main Engine (SSME) turbine component which underwent air flow tests at...

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NASA image: Preparing for a More Powerful Space Station on This Week @NASA – January 20, 2023
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Jan 20, 2023

Preparing for a More Powerful Space Station on This Week @NASA – January 20, 2023

Preparing for a more powerful space station, building a more fuel-efficient aircraft, and a way to possibly predict...

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NASA image: MADCAT model in 14x22 Foot Subsonic Tunnel NASA Langley
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Aug 8, 2017

MADCAT model in 14x22 Foot Subsonic Tunnel NASA Langley

Mission Adaptive Digital Composite Aerostructure Technologies (MADCAT) model in the 14x22 test section, building...

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NASA image: Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio
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Jun 17, 2019

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploratio

Boeing trainers conduct simulations inside the Boeing Exploration Habitat Demonstrator with astronauts to evaluate...

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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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