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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: What is a NASA Spinoff
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Mar 5, 2025

What is a NASA Spinoff

Did you know that NASA technology is all around you? From the camera in your phone to lifesaving medical devices —...

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NASA image: ED09-0070-29
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Mar 29, 2009

ED09-0070-29

The U.S. Air Force's F-16D Automatic Collision Avoidance Technology (ACAT) aircraft banks over NASA's Dryden Flight...

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NASA image: RRM3 Move from SSPF to PHSF
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Oct 3, 2018

RRM3 Move from SSPF to PHSF

A worker uses a forklift to unload the Robotic Refueling Mission-3 (RRM3) payload from a truck at the Payload...

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NASA image: jsc2021e042551
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Aug 31, 2021

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jsc2021e042551 (8/31/2021) --- Maya-3 and Maya-4 (Maya-3 in front) inside the Small Thermal Vacuum Chamber at the...

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NASA image: EC79-12055
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Jan 3, 1980

EC79-12055

The HiMAT (Highly Maneuverable Aircraft Technology) subscale research vehicle, seen here after landing to conclude a...

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NASA image: KSC-2015-1026
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Jan 6, 2015

KSC-2015-1026

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- During a visit to NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, NASA Chief Technologist David...

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NASA image: Benefit from NASA
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Apr 15, 2004

Benefit from NASA

The Waterblast Research Cell supports development of automated systems that remove thermal protection materials and...

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NASA image: CRS-16 RRM3 Move to SpaceX Facility
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Oct 30, 2018

CRS-16 RRM3 Move to SpaceX Facility

Workers prepare the Robotic Refueling Mission-3 (RRM3) payload for transport from the Fuel Transfer Building to the...

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NASA image: ARC-2009-ACD09-0261-015
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Dec 10, 2009

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Korean High Level Delegation Visit Ames Certer Director and various Senior staff: John Hines, Ames Center Chief...

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NASA image: Amazon Future Engineer STEM Teachers Participate in Callisto Technology Demonstration
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Dec 2, 2022

Amazon Future Engineer STEM Teachers Participate in Callisto Technology Demonstration

Amazon Future Engineer STEM Teachers Christopher Hatten, Jacob Jun, and Voke Ogueh participate in the Callisto...

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NASA image: Portraits of Carolyn Mizell
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Jun 30, 2022

Portraits of Carolyn Mizell

Carolyn Mizell, chief of the Research and Technology Management Office at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, is...

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NASA image: EC80-14281
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Dec 30, 1980

EC80-14281

The HiMAT (Highly Maneuverable Aircraft Technology) subscale research vehicle, seen here during a research flight,...

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NASA image:  NASA astronaut Mike Fincke displays protein crystal research hardware
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Aug 28, 2025

NASA astronaut Mike Fincke displays protein crystal research hardware

iss073e0548503 (Aug. 28, 2025) --- NASA astronaut and Expedtion 73 Flight Engineer Mike Fincke displays the...

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NASA image: NASA Science Live: Climate Edition - Innovations for a Sustainable Future [Episode 60]
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Oct 30, 2024

NASA Science Live: Climate Edition - Innovations for a Sustainable Future [Episode 60]

Join NASA experts for a special climate edition of NASA Science Live on Wednesday, October 30 at 3:00 p.m. ET. This...

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NASA image: ECN-14280
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Dec 30, 1980

ECN-14280

The HiMAT (Highly Maneuverable Aircraft Technology) subscale research vehicle, seen here during a research flight,...

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NASA image: Educator workshop
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Jan 22, 2011

Educator workshop

Middle school teachers from across Louisiana participate in a hands-on activity during a professional development...

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NASA image: ecoSPEARS License Signing with Kelvin Manning
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Dec 19, 2017

ecoSPEARS License Signing with Kelvin Manning

NASA Kennedy Space Center's Associate Director Kelvin Manning, center, signs a license agreement with the President...

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NASA image: X-33
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Apr 15, 2004

X-33

This is an artist's concept of the completely operational International Space Station being approached by an X-33...

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NASA image: Microsoft and NASA Space Education Day
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Jun 20, 2023

Microsoft and NASA Space Education Day

Director of Government Affairs and Business Development for Starburst Aerospace, Robert Ganim, provides remarks...

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NASA image: REACT Demonstration
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Jul 28, 2022

REACT Demonstration

Materials engineer Thomas Lipscomb tests a 3D printer on July 28, 2022, at Swamp Works at NASA’s Kennedy Space...

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NASA image: ARC-2011-ACD11-0012-012
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Jan 26, 2011

ARC-2011-ACD11-0012-012

Technology Partnerships awards: Federal Laboratory Consortium Far West Region Award for Outstanding Technology...

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NASA image: ED09-0070-21
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Mar 29, 2009

ED09-0070-21

The U.S. Air Force's F-16D Automatic Collision Avoidance Technology (ACAT) aircraft flies over Rogers Dry Lake at...

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NASA image: Microsoft and NASA Space Education Day
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Jun 20, 2023

Microsoft and NASA Space Education Day

Director of Government Affairs and Business Development for Starburst Aerospace, Robert Ganim, provides remarks...

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NASA image: ARC-2009-ACD09-0261-013
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Dec 10, 2009

ARC-2009-ACD09-0261-013

Korean High Level Delegation Visit Ames Certer Director and various Senior staff: Dan Andrews give presentation...

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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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