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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: KSC-20110908-PH-DD_payload1
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Aug 1, 2010

KSC-20110908-PH-DD_payload1

Original appearance of the orbiter payload canister before painting, August 13, 1980

KSC
NASA image: GRC-1998-C-01527
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Aug 3, 1994

GRC-1998-C-01527

CLEVELAND MUSEUM OF ART PAINTING FOR ATOMIC OXYGEN RESTORATION PROGRAM - HALF RESTORED

GRC
NASA image: X-15A-2 is rolled out of the paint shop after having the full scale ablative applied
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Jun 23, 1967

X-15A-2 is rolled out of the paint shop after having the full scale ablative applied

X-15A-2 is rolled out of the paint shop after having the full scale ablative applied. In June 1967, the X-15A-2...

AFRC
NASA image: Press Site Mural Timelapse
Video
Jul 26, 2021

Press Site Mural Timelapse

Press Site Wall Mural

KSC
NASA image: NASA Administrator Isaacman Visits Armstrong Flight Research Center
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Jan 25, 2026

NASA Administrator Isaacman Visits Armstrong Flight Research Center

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman speaks with employees and contractors in front of a painting of former astronaut...

AFRC
NASA image: Painting with Frost
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Dec 7, 2016

Painting with Frost

Subtle variations in color look like brush strokes as the lightly frosted terrain reflects light. These variations...

JPL
NASA image: KSC-98pc990
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Aug 28, 1998

KSC-98pc990

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- The worker on the lower left applies the red paint to the chevron while the worker on...

KSC
NASA image: KSC-98pc991
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Aug 28, 1998

KSC-98pc991

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- The worker on the lower left applies the red paint to the chevron while the worker on...

KSC
NASA image: LRC-2022-H1_P_X-59-42
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Sep 16, 2022

LRC-2022-H1_P_X-59-42

This is an up-close view of the X-59’s engine inlet – fresh after being painted. The 13-foot F414-GE-100 engine will...

LRC
NASA image: LRC-2022-H1_P_X-59-41
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Sep 16, 2022

LRC-2022-H1_P_X-59-41

This image shows the extensive ventilation system that has been placed adjacent to the X-59 during the recent...

LRC
NASA image: ARC-2006-ACD06-0036-041
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Mar 6, 2006

ARC-2006-ACD06-0036-041

CEV model with pressure sensitive paint (PSP) test 11-0148 in the 11ft Ames wind tunnel.

ARC
NASA image: ARC-2006-ACD06-0036-031
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Feb 2, 2006

ARC-2006-ACD06-0036-031

CEV model with pressure sensitive paint (PSP) test 11-0148 in the 11ft Ames wind tunnel

ARC
NASA image: ARC-2006-ACD06-0036-014
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Feb 2, 2006

ARC-2006-ACD06-0036-014

CEV model with pressure sensitive paint (PSP) test 11-0148 in the 11ft Ames wind tunnel

ARC
NASA image: ARC-1969-AC-42635-1
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Oct 30, 1969

ARC-1969-AC-42635-1

Flight Simulator forAdvanced Aircraft (FSAA) S.10 after painting (IC position from last end)

ARC
NASA image: Daily life at Stennis
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Feb 10, 2009

Daily life at Stennis

Douglas Haralson of Jacobs FOSC applies paint on the engine deck of the A-1 Test Stand.

SSC
NASA image: ARC-2006-ACD06-0036-036
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Feb 2, 2006

ARC-2006-ACD06-0036-036

CEV model with pressure sensitive paint (PSP) test 11-0148 in the 11ft Ames wind tunnel

ARC
NASA image: ARC-2008-ACD08-0105-030
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May 20, 2008

ARC-2008-ACD08-0105-030

Aerial views of Moffett Airfield and close-ups of runway 32A after competion of repairs/painting

ARC
NASA image: ARC-2006-ACD06-0036-010
Image
Feb 2, 2006

ARC-2006-ACD06-0036-010

CEV model with pressure sensitive paint (PSP) test 11-0148 in the 11ft Ames wind tunnel

ARC
NASA image: ARC-2006-ACD06-0036-034
Image
Feb 2, 2006

ARC-2006-ACD06-0036-034

CEV model with pressure sensitive paint (PSP) test 11-0148 in the 11ft Ames wind tunnel

ARC
NASA image: ARC-1981-A81-0820-2
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Dec 14, 1981

ARC-1981-A81-0820-2

Dr Harold Klein, Director of Life Science in his office at Ames Research Center showing his painting of Indian...

ARC
NASA image: EC02-0065-40
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Mar 27, 2002

EC02-0065-40

A modified F/A-18 in a distinctive red, white and blue paint scheme was showcased during formal rollout ceremonies...

AFRC
NASA image: ARC-2004-ACD04-0159-076
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Jul 29, 2004

ARC-2004-ACD04-0159-076

3% Space Shuttle Model Testing for Return to flight in the Ames 9X7ft wind tunnel test T97-0131 (IA-700B) with...

ARC
NASA image: ARC-2004-ACD04-0159-065
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Jul 29, 2004

ARC-2004-ACD04-0159-065

3% Space Shuttle Model Testing for Return to flight in the Ames 9X7ft wind tunnel test T97-0131 (IA-700B) with...

ARC
NASA image: ARC-2004-ACD04-0159-071
Image
Jul 29, 2004

ARC-2004-ACD04-0159-071

3% Space Shuttle Model Testing for Return to flight in the Ames 9X7ft wind tunnel test T97-0131 (IA-700B) with...

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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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