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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: Zero-G Drop Tower (VOTY Cut)
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Dec 18, 2023

Zero-G Drop Tower (VOTY Cut)

A short version of the Zero-G Drop Tower capabilities documenting the unique experiment package drop process.

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NASA image: ED07-0038-058
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Mar 5, 2007

ED07-0038-058

An efficient turboprop engine and large fuel capacity enable NASA's Ikhana unmanned aircraft to remain aloft for up...

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NASA image: ED07-0038-029
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Mar 5, 2007

ED07-0038-029

The bulging fairing atop the forward fuselage of NASA's Ikhana unmanned aircraft covers a variety of navigation,...

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NASA image: ED07-0038-016
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Mar 5, 2007

ED07-0038-016

Distinguished by its large nose payload bay, NASA's Ikhana unmanned aircraft does an engine run prior to takeoff...

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NASA image: ED07-0038-072
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Mar 5, 2007

ED07-0038-072

A small nose-mounted television camera enables pilots of NASA's Ikhana unmanned science aircraft to view the flight...

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NASA image: ED07-0038-085
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Mar 5, 2007

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NASA's Ikhana, a civil variant of General Atomics' Predator B unmanned aircraft, takes to the sky for a morning...

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NASA image: ED07-0038-074
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Mar 5, 2007

ED07-0038-074

NASA's Ikhana unmanned science demonstration aircraft, a civil variant of General Atomics' Predator B, lifts off...

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NASA image: ED07-0038-067
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Mar 5, 2007

ED07-0038-067

NASA's Ikhana unmanned science demonstration aircraft, a civil variant of General Atomics' Predator B, lifts off...

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NASA image: ED07-0038-028
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Mar 5, 2007

ED07-0038-028

Narrow wings, a Y-tail and rear engine layout distinguish NASA's Ikhana science aircraft, a civil variant of General...

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NASA image: ED07-0038-011
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Mar 5, 2007

ED07-0038-011

Bearing NASA tail number 870, NASA's Ikhana unmanned aircraft is a civil version of the Predator B designed for...

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NASA image: ED07-0038-052
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Mar 5, 2007

ED07-0038-052

Its white surfaces in contrast with the deep blue sky, NASA's Ikhana unmanned science and technology development...

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NASA image: ED07-0038-026
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Mar 5, 2007

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NASA's Ikhana unmanned long-endurance science aircraft, a civil variant of General Atomics' Predator B, takes to the...

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NASA image: ED07-0038-045
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Mar 5, 2007

ED07-0038-045

Straight wings, a Y-tail and a pusher propeller distinguish NASA's Ikhana, a civil version of General Atomics...

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NASA image: ED07-0038-092
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Mar 5, 2007

ED07-0038-092

The narrow fuselage of NASA'S Ikhana unmanned science aircraft, a civil version of General Atomics' Predator B, is...

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NASA image: NHQ20190502_AETC001
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May 2, 2019

NHQ20190502_AETC001

The Aerosciences Evaluation and Test Capabilities (AETC) Portfolio implemented the Capability Challenge “Optical...

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NASA image: Investigation of Boundary Layer Control to Helicopter Rotor Blades.
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Jan 22, 1957

Investigation of Boundary Layer Control to Helicopter Rotor Blades.

Experimental investigation of boundary layer control to helicopter rotor blades to increase forward speed...

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NASA image: nrho_infographic_may_2022
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Jul 27, 2022

nrho_infographic_may_2022

The Gateway space station will operate in a near-rectilinear halo orbit (NRHO) around the Moon, providing...

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NASA image: Microgravity Simulation Support Facility
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Feb 11, 2020

Microgravity Simulation Support Facility

NASA's Kennedy Space Center established a facility using microgravity simulation devices to provide ground...

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NASA image: Hermes Cassette-1 experiment
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Mar 8, 2019

Hermes Cassette-1 experiment

jsc2019e014139_alt (3/8/2019) --- Photo documentation of the Hermes facility. Hermes is a research facility on the...

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NASA image: KSC-2012-1011
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Jan 12, 2012

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- This is a printable poster with NASA's Commercial Crew Program (CCP) logo. CCP is leading...

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NASA image: Saturn Apollo Program
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Oct 1, 1968

Saturn Apollo Program

AS-205, the fifth Saturn IB launch vehicle developed by the Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC), lifts off from Cape...

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NASA image: Robert Lightfoot, NASA associate administrator, conducts a town hall meeting
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Jan 14, 2015

Robert Lightfoot, NASA associate administrator, conducts a town hall meeting

NASA ASSOCIATE ADMINISTRATOR ROBERT LIGHTFOOT HELD AN ALL-HANDS MEETING WITH TEAM MEMBERS AT THE MARSHALL CENTER ON...

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NASA image: Lindgren during Twins Study Experiment Setup
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Sep 24, 2015

Lindgren during Twins Study Experiment Setup

ISS045E028189 (09/24/2015 --- NASA astronaut Kjell Lindgren prepares to film with a RED Dragon camera, capable of...

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NASA image: Space Station
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Dec 1, 1981

Space Station

During 1980 and the first half of 1981, the Marshall Space Flight Center conducted studies concerned with a...

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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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