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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: International Space Station Benefits for Humanity, 3rd Edition
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Sep 11, 2018

International Space Station Benefits for Humanity, 3rd Edition

How does research on the International Space Station benefit life on Earth? Read the stories of innovative science...

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NASA image: International Space Station Benefits for Humanity, 3rd Edition
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Apr 3, 2019

International Space Station Benefits for Humanity, 3rd Edition

How does research on the International Space Station benefit life on Earth? Read the stories of innovative science...

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NASA image: International Space Station Benefits for Humanity 2022
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Jul 25, 2022

International Space Station Benefits for Humanity 2022

The 2022 edition of the International Space Station Benefits for Humanity publication is now available. This updated...

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NASA image: Advancing Human Health: Space Station Benefits
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Jul 25, 2022

Advancing Human Health: Space Station Benefits

Researchers from around the world use the International Space Station to address complex human health problems on...

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NASA image: International Space Station 20th Anniversary Panel: Benefits for Humanity, Science for All
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Nov 24, 2020

International Space Station 20th Anniversary Panel: Benefits for Humanity, Science for All

For 20 years, astronauts living and working aboard the International Space Station have conducted science in a way...

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NASA image: NASA 2023: Nothing is Beyond Our Reach
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Dec 20, 2023

NASA 2023: Nothing is Beyond Our Reach

NASA’s mission is to explore the unknown in air and space, innovate for the benefit of humanity, and inspire the...

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NASA image: 2022: A Year of Success
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Dec 13, 2022

2022: A Year of Success

Throughout America's story, there are defining days. Days when minds change, hearts fill and imaginations soar....

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NASA image: 15 Benefits of Space Station Research
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Jul 25, 2022

15 Benefits of Space Station Research

The first decade of the International Space Station was the decade of construction. The second decade moved from...

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NASA image: Seeing Our Home in a Whole New Light: Space Station Benefits
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Jul 25, 2022

Seeing Our Home in a Whole New Light: Space Station Benefits

From its orbit 400 kilometers (250 miles) above Earth, the International Space Station collects a variety of data...

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NASA image: Bringing Humanity Along for the Ride: Space Station Benefits
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Jul 25, 2022

Bringing Humanity Along for the Ride: Space Station Benefits

Space exploration and scientific discovery inspire people. The International Space Station seeks to share that...

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NASA image: 2023 ‘State of NASA’ Address from Administrator Bill Nelson
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Mar 9, 2023

2023 ‘State of NASA’ Address from Administrator Bill Nelson

NASA Administrator Bill Nelson delivers the State of NASA address for 2023. Learn about our plans to explore the...

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NASA image: Microbiology in Microgravity: Space Station Benefits
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Jul 25, 2022

Microbiology in Microgravity: Space Station Benefits

Scientists use the International Space Station and its many tools, including DNA sequencing and genome editing, to...

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NASA image: Space 24/7/365: Space Station Benefits
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Jul 25, 2022

Space 24/7/365: Space Station Benefits

As a home to humans and a lab for scientific research for more than 20 years, the International Space Station is a...

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NASA image: NASA in 2023:  A Look Ahead
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Dec 31, 2022

NASA in 2023: A Look Ahead

In 2022, we made history. In 2023, we are preparing for our future by exploring the secrets of the universe. All for...

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NASA image: The Value of NASA (2024 State of NASA Highlights)
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Mar 11, 2024

The Value of NASA (2024 State of NASA Highlights)

At NASA, we do what is hard to achieve what is great for the benefit of all humanity.

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NASA image: Exploring the Secrets of the Universe for the Benefit of All (#StateOfNASA 2022 Highlights)
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Mar 28, 2022

Exploring the Secrets of the Universe for the Benefit of All (#StateOfNASA 2022 Highlights)

NASA explores the unknown in air and space, innovates for the benefit of humanity, and inspires the world through...

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NASA image: NASA Astronaut Jonny Kim Advances Research Aboard Space Station
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Dec 5, 2025

NASA Astronaut Jonny Kim Advances Research Aboard Space Station

NASA astronaut Jonny Kim is wrapping up his first mission aboard the International Space Station in early December....

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Jul 31, 2020

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iss063e063716 (July 31, 2020) --- NASA astronaut and Expedition 63 Commander Chris Cassidy works inside the...

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NASA image: Surprisingly STEM Soft Robot Engineers @ Langley Research Center
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Jun 3, 2022

Surprisingly STEM Soft Robot Engineers @ Langley Research Center

Soft robotics engineer Jim Neilan and mechanical engineering intern Anthony Dempsey explain the benefits of soft...

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NASA image: Cancer Moonshot | NASA Community Conversation
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Jul 11, 2024

Cancer Moonshot | NASA Community Conversation

As part of the Biden Cancer Moonshot, NASA hosted a virtual event to highlight how the agency is working to end...

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NASA image: Meet the Artemis Astronauts
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Dec 11, 2020

Meet the Artemis Astronauts

Through the Artemis program NASA and a coalition of international partners will return to the Moon to learn how to...

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NASA image: Apollo 1 Monument Dedicated at Arlington National Cemetery
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Jun 2, 2022

Apollo 1 Monument Dedicated at Arlington National Cemetery

On June 2, NASA Administrator Bill Nelson and others attended the Apollo 1 Monument Dedication at Arlington National...

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NASA image: The Science of NASA's SpaceX Crew-7 Mission
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Feb 28, 2024

The Science of NASA's SpaceX Crew-7 Mission

During their time on the station, Crew-7 conducted science experiments and technology demonstrations to benefit...

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NASA image: Is NASA Mining Asteroids ? We Asked A NASA Expert
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Jun 27, 2023

Is NASA Mining Asteroids ? We Asked A NASA Expert

Is NASA Mining Asteroids? Asteroid mining is not a technology that NASA is pursuing. We are, however, interested in...

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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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