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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: Advanced Concept
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Feb 15, 2008

Advanced Concept

Shown is a concept illustration of the Ares I crew launch vehicle, left, and Ares V cargo launch vehicle. Ares I...

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NASA image: Advanced Space Transportation Program (ASTP)
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Sep 9, 2006

Advanced Space Transportation Program (ASTP)

Named for the Greek god associated with Mars, the NASA developed Ares launch vehicles will return humans to the moon...

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NASA image: Advanced Space Transportation Program (ASTP)
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Dec 5, 2006

Advanced Space Transportation Program (ASTP)

The NASA developed Ares rockets, named for the Greek god associated with Mars, will return humans to the moon and...

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NASA image: Advanced Concept
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Feb 15, 2008

Advanced Concept

THIS CONCEPT IMAGE SHOWS THE ARES V CARGO LAUNCH VEHICLE. THE HEAVY LIFTING ARES V IS NASA'S PRIMARY VEHICLE FOR...

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NASA image: Advanced Concept
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Feb 15, 2008

Advanced Concept

Shown is a concept illustration of the Ares I crew launch vehicle during launch and the Ares V cargo launch vehicle...

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NASA image: 0800203
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Mar 15, 2008

0800203

THIS CONCEPT IMAGE SHOWS NASA'S NEXT GENERATION LAUNCH VEHICLE SYSTEMS STANDING SIDE BY SIDE. ARES I, LEFT, IS THE...

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NASA image: Constellation
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Feb 15, 2008

Constellation

SHOWN IS A CONCEPT IMAGE OF THE ARES V EARTH DEPARTURE STAGE AND LUNAR SURFACE ACCESS MODULE DOCKED WITH THE ORION...

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NASA image: Advanced Space Transportation Program (ASTP)
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Aug 8, 2006

Advanced Space Transportation Program (ASTP)

Chosen to power the upper stages of the new Ares I Crew Launch Vehicle (CLV) and the Ares V cargo segment, the J-2X...

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NASA image: 3rd and Future Generation Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV)
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Aug 8, 2006

3rd and Future Generation Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV)

Chosen to power the upper stages of the new Ares I Crew Launch Vehicle (CLV) and the Ares V cargo segment, the J-2X...

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NASA image: J-2X Powerpack hot-fire test
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Jan 31, 2008

J-2X Powerpack hot-fire test

The first hot-fire test of the J-2X power pack 1A gas generator was performed Jan. 31 on the A-1 Test Stand at...

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NASA image: A-1 to Constellation
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Nov 9, 2006

A-1 to Constellation

The A-1 Test Stand at NASA Stennis Space Center near Bay St. Louis, Miss., was the focus of a ceremony held Thursday...

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NASA image: GRC-2009-C-01297
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May 7, 2005

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Installation of Ares V Model

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NASA image: GRC-2009-C-01300
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May 7, 2005

GRC-2009-C-01300

Installation of Ares V Model

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NASA image: J-2X concludes series of tests
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May 9, 2008

J-2X concludes series of tests

NASA engineers successfully complete the first series of tests in the early development of the J-2X engine that will...

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NASA image: J-2X concludes series of tests
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May 9, 2008

J-2X concludes series of tests

NASA engineers successfully complete the first series of tests in the early development of the J-2X engine that will...

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NASA image: KSC-2009-1397
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Jan 28, 2009

KSC-2009-1397

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – In the Vehicle Assembly Building's high bay 3 at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida,...

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NASA image: KSC-08pd1246
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May 2, 2008

KSC-08pd1246

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Artist's rendering of the Constellation Program's Ares V rocket on the mobile launcher...

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NASA image: KSC-2009-1398
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Jan 28, 2009

KSC-2009-1398

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. –In the Vehicle Assembly Building's high bay 3 at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida,...

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NASA image: KSC-2009-1396
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Jan 28, 2009

KSC-2009-1396

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – Framework is being lifted from a transporter to be installed on the 16th floor for...

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NASA image: KSC-2009-1349
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Jan 23, 2009

KSC-2009-1349

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – In the Vehicle Assembly Building at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, the platform is...

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NASA image: KSC-2009-1464
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Feb 2, 2009

KSC-2009-1464

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – In the Vehicle Assembly Building at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, an upper rail...

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NASA image: KSC-2009-1341
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Jan 26, 2009

KSC-2009-1341

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – In the Vehicle Assembly Building at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, a new platform is...

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NASA image: KSC-2009-1462
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Feb 2, 2009

KSC-2009-1462

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – In the Vehicle Assembly Building at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, an upper rail...

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NASA image: KSC-2009-1343
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Jan 26, 2009

KSC-2009-1343

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – In the Vehicle Assembly Building at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, a new platform is...

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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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