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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: Space Science
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May 19, 1993

Space Science

Advanced X-Ray Astrophysics Facility-S (AXAF-S) nickel prototype mirror optical test setup.

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NASA image: Space Science
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May 19, 1993

Space Science

Advanced X-Ray Astrophysics Facility-S (AXAF-S) nickel prototype mirror optical test setup.

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NASA image: History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory
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Jan 14, 1995

History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory

This is an artist's concept of the Chandra X-Ray Observatory (CXO), formerly Advanced X-Ray Astrophysics Facility...

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NASA image: History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory
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Jan 1, 1998

History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory

This is a computer rendering of the fully developed Chandra X-Ray Observatory (CXO), formerly Advanced X-Ray...

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NASA image: History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory
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Jan 1, 1999

History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory

This is a computer rendering of the fully developed Chandra X-ray Observatory (CXO), formerly Advanced X-Ray...

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NASA image: sts093-s-001
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Sep 1, 1998

sts093-s-001

STS093-S-001 (September 1998) --- This is the STS-93 mission insignia designed by the crew members. Space shuttle...

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NASA image: History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory
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Mar 16, 1997

History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory

This photo shows the High Resolution Camera (HRC) for the Chandra X-Ray Observatory (CXO), formerly Advanced X-Ray...

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NASA image: History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory
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Apr 15, 1997

History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory

This photograph captures the installation of the Chandra X-Ray Observatory, formerly Advanced X-Ray Astrophysics...

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NASA image: History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory
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Mar 16, 1997

History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory

This photo shows the High Resolution Camera (HRC) for the Chandra X-Ray Observatory (CXO), formerly Advanced X-Ray...

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NASA image: History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory
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Jan 1, 1998

History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory

This photograph shows a TRW technician inspecting the completely assembled Chandra X-ray Observatory (CXO) in the...

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NASA image: History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory
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May 1, 1997

History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory

This photograph shows the Chandra X-ray Observatory (CXO), formerly Advanced X-Ray Astrophysics Facility (AXAF),...

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NASA image: History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory
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Dec 16, 1997

History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory

This is a photograph of the Chandra X-Ray Observatory (CXO), formerly Advanced X-Ray Astrophysics Facility (AXAF),...

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NASA image: History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory
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Dec 16, 1996

History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory

This is a photograph of the Chandra X-Ray Observatory (CXO), formerly Advanced X-Ray Astrophysics Facility (AXAF),...

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NASA image: History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory
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May 1, 1997

History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory

This photograph shows the Chandra X-Ray Observatory (CXO), formerly Advanced X-Ray Astrophysics Facility (AXAF),...

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NASA image: KSC-98pc1690
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Nov 13, 1998

KSC-98pc1690

In the Orbiter Processing Facility Bay 3, during the Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT), Mission Specialist...

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NASA image: STS093-S-002
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Sep 1, 1998

STS093-S-002

STS093-S-002 (September 1998) --- The five astronauts assigned to fly aboard the Space Shuttle Columbia early next...

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NASA image: KSC-98pc1693
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Nov 13, 1998

KSC-98pc1693

In the Orbiter Processing Facility Bay 3, aboard the orbiter Columbia, STS-93 Mission Commander Eileen M. Collins...

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NASA image: KSC-98pc1691
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Nov 13, 1998

KSC-98pc1691

In the Orbiter Processing Facility Bay 3, during the Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT) for mission STS-93,...

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NASA image: KSC-98pc1689
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Nov 13, 1998

KSC-98pc1689

In the Orbiter Processing Facility Bay 3, during the Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT) for mission STS-93,...

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NASA image: KSC-98pc1692
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Nov 13, 1998

KSC-98pc1692

In the Orbiter Processing Facility Bay 3, during the Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT) for mission STS-93, crew...

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NASA image: KSC-98pc1688
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Nov 13, 1998

KSC-98pc1688

During the Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT) for mission STS-93, Mission Commander Eileen M. Collins checks out...

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NASA image: History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory
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Jan 1, 1997

History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory

This photograph shows the mirrors of the High Resolution Mirror Assembly (HRMA) for the Chandra X-Ray Observatory...

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NASA image: KSC-99pp0413
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Apr 15, 1999

KSC-99pp0413

The Space Shuttle orbiter Columbia sits outside the Orbiter Processing Facility bay 1 after transfer from the...

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NASA image: History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory
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Jan 1, 1999

History of Chandra X-Ray Observatory

This photograph shows TRW technicians preparing the assembled Chandra X-Ray Observatory (CXO) for an official...

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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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