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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: Flash Flood Trail near Parras, Coahuila, Mexico
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Dec 1, 1991

Flash Flood Trail near Parras, Coahuila, Mexico

Evidence of a recent flash flood can be seen in the form of light brown sediment that flowed down gullies and...

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NASA image: Earth Observations taken during Expedition Four
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May 15, 2002

Earth Observations taken during Expedition Four

ISS004-E-11807 (15 May 2002) --- This digital photograph, taken through the windows of the International Space...

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NASA image: Indonesian city lights and lightning storms streak below
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Jun 20, 2025

Indonesian city lights and lightning storms streak below

iss073e0251575 (June 20, 2025) --- This long-duration photograph was taken from the International Space Station...

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NASA image: Soyuz TMA-05M beginning to re-enter the Earth's atmosphere
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Nov 19, 2012

Soyuz TMA-05M beginning to re-enter the Earth's atmosphere

ISS034-E-005039 (18 Nov. 2012) --- Soyuz TMA-05M (descent module) beginning to re-enter the Earth's atmosphere on...

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NASA image: Soyuz TMA-05M beginning to re-enter the Earth's atmosphere
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Nov 19, 2012

Soyuz TMA-05M beginning to re-enter the Earth's atmosphere

ISS034-E-005037 (18 Nov. 2012) --- Soyuz TMA-05M (descent module) beginning to re-enter the Earth's atmosphere on...

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NASA image: Soyuz TMA-05M beginning to re-enter the Earth's atmosphere
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Nov 19, 2012

Soyuz TMA-05M beginning to re-enter the Earth's atmosphere

ISS034-E-005049 (18 Nov. 2012) --- Soyuz TMA-05M (descent module) beginning to re-enter the Earth's atmosphere on...

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NASA image: Comet Lemmon appears approximately 55.4 million miles from Earth
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Oct 20, 2025

Comet Lemmon appears approximately 55.4 million miles from Earth

iss073e0916993 (Oct. 20, 2025) --- Comet Lemmon (C/2025 A6) appears approximately 55.4 million miles (89.2 million...

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NASA image: TUS-RA removal from the S0 Truss during EVA2 for STS-121 / Expedition 13 joint operations
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Jul 10, 2006

TUS-RA removal from the S0 Truss during EVA2 for STS-121 / Expedition 13 joint operations

S121-E-06211 (10 July 2006) --- Astronauts Michael E. Fossum and Piers J. Sellers (out of frame), STS-121 mission...

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NASA image: The International Space Station soars above the Pacific Ocean
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Feb 24, 2026

The International Space Station soars above the Pacific Ocean

iss074e0329853 (Feb. 24, 2026) --- The International Space Station was soaring 263 miles above the Pacific Ocean...

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NASA image: Shuttle Challenger landing on Runway 17 at Edwards at end of 51-B mission
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May 6, 1985

Shuttle Challenger landing on Runway 17 at Edwards at end of 51-B mission

Shuttle Challenger lands on Runway 17 at Edwards at end of 51-B mission. The photo is a rear view of the shuttle...

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NASA image: KSC-01PADIG-151
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Mar 8, 2001

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. -- Viewed from Astronaut Rd., Space Shuttle Discovery breaks away from the cocoon of...

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NASA image: The city lights of Southeast Asia streak below the International Space Station
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May 22, 2025

The city lights of Southeast Asia streak below the International Space Station

iss073e0134504 (May 22, 2025) --- This long-duration photograph taken from the International Space Station orbiting...

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NASA image: Night landing of Shuttle Columbia at Edwards AFB and end of STS 61-C mission
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Jan 18, 1986

Night landing of Shuttle Columbia at Edwards AFB and end of STS 61-C mission

61C-S-050 (18 Jan 1986) --- This NASA photo records the night landing of space shuttle Columbia at Edwards Air Force...

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NASA image: Earth Day 2018 Activities
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Apr 18, 2018

Earth Day 2018 Activities

An array of electric vehicles are on display for Kennedy Space Center employees during the center’s annual Earth Day...

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NASA image: Total Lunar Eclipse
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Nov 8, 2022

Total Lunar Eclipse

This composite made from ten images shows the progression of the Moon during a total lunar eclipse above the Vehicle...

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NASA image: iss071e662620
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Sep 2, 2024

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iss071e662620 (Sept. 2, 2024) --- This long exposure photograph taken by NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick with a...

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NASA image: iss071e662633
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Sep 2, 2024

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iss071e662633 (Sept. 2, 2024) --- This long exposure photograph taken by NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick with a...

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NASA image: Soyuz TMA-05M beginning to re-enter the Earth's atmosphere
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Nov 19, 2012

Soyuz TMA-05M beginning to re-enter the Earth's atmosphere

ISS034-E-005034 (18 Nov. 2012) --- Soyuz TMA-05M (descent module) beginning to re-enter the Earth's atmosphere on...

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NASA image: The Cygnus space freighter berthed to the Earth-facing port on the Unity module
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Jan 16, 2025

The Cygnus space freighter berthed to the Earth-facing port on the Unity module

iss072e515922 (Jan. 16, 2025) --- Northrop Grumman's Cygnus space freighter is pictured berthed to the International...

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NASA image: iss065e083929
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Jun 1, 2021

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iss065e083929 (June 1, 2021) --- This long exposure photograph, taken from the International Space Station as it...

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NASA image: iss070e103599
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Feb 29, 2024

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iss070e103599 (Feb. 29, 2024) --- The SpaceX Dragon "Endurance" spacecraft is pictured docked to the Harmony...

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NASA image: McDonnell F4H Model in Ames 40X80 foot Wind Tunnel.
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Oct 19, 1956

McDonnell F4H Model in Ames 40X80 foot Wind Tunnel.

Application of blowing type boundry-layer control to the leading and trailing edge flaps of a 52 deg swept wing. 3/4...

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NASA image: KSC01padig151
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Mar 8, 2001

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. -- Viewed from Astronaut Rd., Space Shuttle Discovery breaks away from the cocoon of...

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NASA image: KSC-08-S-00069
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Nov 14, 2008

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Space shuttle Endeavour lights up Kennedy Space Center as it blazes a trail toward orbit. The STS-126 mission will...

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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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