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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: Boundary Layer Ingestion
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Dec 15, 2016

Boundary Layer Ingestion

In an effort to improve fuel efficiency, NASA and the aircraft industry are rethinking aircraft design. Inside the...

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NASA image: Boundary Layer Ingestion
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Dec 15, 2016

Boundary Layer Ingestion

In an effort to improve fuel efficiency, NASA and the aircraft industry are rethinking aircraft design. Inside the...

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NASA image: Boundary Layer Ingestion
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Dec 15, 2016

Boundary Layer Ingestion

In an effort to improve fuel efficiency, NASA and the aircraft industry are rethinking aircraft design. Inside the...

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NASA image: Boundary Layer Ingestion
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Dec 15, 2016

Boundary Layer Ingestion

In an effort to improve fuel efficiency, NASA and the aircraft industry are rethinking aircraft design. Inside the...

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Mar 7, 2006

Multi-layer Ejecta

This crater has a layered ejecta blanket.

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NASA image: Polar Layers
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Jul 21, 2010

Polar Layers

Both polar caps on Mars are composed of many layers of ice and dust. This image from NASA Mars Odyssey clearly shows...

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NASA image: Etched Layers
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Apr 10, 2006

Etched Layers

This layered region is between Aonia Planum and the south pole. The edges of the top layer have a moothed appearance...

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NASA image: Polar Layers
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Jan 31, 2006

Polar Layers

This image of the south polar region shows layered material. It is not known if the layers are formed yearly or if...

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NASA image: Polar Layers
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Mar 20, 2019

Polar Layers

This VIS image shows layering in the south polar cap. The layers are formed over thousands of years of seasonal...

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NASA image: Layering
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Dec 16, 2010

Layering

This image from NASA Mars Odyssey shows layered material surrounding an unnamed crater in Terra Sabaea.

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NASA image: Layers
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Jul 30, 2013

Layers

Numerous layers within Burroughs Crater are visible in this image captured by NASA 2001 Mars Odyssey spacecraft.

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NASA image: Layering
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Jul 15, 2011

Layering

The layered ridge and mesas in this image from NASA 2001 Mars Odyssey spacecraft are located on the northern margin...

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NASA image: Layers
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Jan 3, 2012

Layers

Layering of Arabia Terra is evident in this image from NASA 2001 Mars Odyssey spacecraft.

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NASA image: Polar Layers
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Nov 30, 2022

Polar Layers

This VIS image shows layering in the south polar cap. The layers are formed over thousands of years of seasonal...

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NASA image: Blueberry Layers Indicate Watery Origins
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Mar 18, 2004

Blueberry Layers Indicate Watery Origins

Blueberry Layers Indicate Watery Origins

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NASA image: Ancient Layered Rocks in Schiaparelli Crater
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Oct 31, 2001

Ancient Layered Rocks in Schiaparelli Crater

Ancient Layered Rocks in Schiaparelli Crater

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NASA image: Interior Layered Deposits in Juventae Chasma
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Apr 11, 2007

Interior Layered Deposits in Juventae Chasma

Interior Layered Deposits in Juventae Chasma

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NASA image: Very Fine Layers in Juventae Chasma
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May 23, 2007

Very Fine Layers in Juventae Chasma

Very Fine Layers in Juventae Chasma

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NASA image: Periodic Layering in Martian Sedimentary Rocks
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Dec 4, 2008

Periodic Layering in Martian Sedimentary Rocks

Periodic Layering in Martian Sedimentary Rocks

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NASA image: Periodic Layering in Becquerel Crater, Mars
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Dec 4, 2008

Periodic Layering in Becquerel Crater, Mars

Periodic Layering in Becquerel Crater, Mars

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NASA image: Craters on South Polar Layered Deposits
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Apr 25, 2007

Craters on South Polar Layered Deposits

Craters on South Polar Layered Deposits

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NASA image: Mars South Polar Layered Deposits
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Dec 8, 2003

Mars South Polar Layered Deposits

Mars South Polar Layered Deposits

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NASA image: Layered Rocks Near Mawrth Vallis
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Oct 16, 2006

Layered Rocks Near Mawrth Vallis

Layered Rocks Near Mawrth Vallis

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NASA image: Layers and a Dust Devil in Melas Chasma
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May 22, 2000

Layers and a Dust Devil in Melas Chasma

Layers and a Dust Devil in Melas Chasma

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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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