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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: James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) Town Hall - Panel question and
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Nov 2, 2016

James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) Town Hall - Panel question and

James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) Town Hall - Panel question and answer - Bill Ochs; Dr. John Mather; Dr. Eric...

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NASA image: James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) Town Hall - Panel question and
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Nov 2, 2016

James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) Town Hall - Panel question and

James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) Town Hall - Panel question and answer - Bill Ochs; Dr. John Mather; Dr. Eric...

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NASA image: JWST’s First Full-Color Images Media Briefing
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Jul 12, 2022

JWST’s First Full-Color Images Media Briefing

NASA James Webb Space Telescope Program Scientist and Astrophysics Division Chief Scientist Eric Smith delivers...

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NASA image: Ariane 5 Rollout with James Webb Space Telescope
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Dec 23, 2021

Ariane 5 Rollout with James Webb Space Telescope

NASA James Webb Space Telescope Program Scientist Eric Smith, wearing Webb themed socks, waits for Arianespace's...

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NASA image: ED08-0016-20
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Jan 17, 2008

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NASA engineer Larry Hudson and Ikhana ground crew member James Smith work on a ground validation test with new fiber...

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NASA image: Center Leadership and Keynote Speakers at Evening With The Stars 2024
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Nov 20, 2024

Center Leadership and Keynote Speakers at Evening With The Stars 2024

NASA Glenn's Spotlight on the Stars, 10 Years and Counting was held at Windows on the River in Cleveland, OH on...

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NASA image: James Webb Space Telescope Launch
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Dec 25, 2021

James Webb Space Telescope Launch

NASA James Webb Space Telescope Program Scientist Eric Smith reacts after hearing confirmation that the James Webb...

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NASA image: Ariane 5 Rollout with James Webb Space Telescope
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Dec 23, 2021

Ariane 5 Rollout with James Webb Space Telescope

NASA James Webb Space Telescope Program Scientist Eric Smith left, NASA James Webb Space Telescope Program Manager...

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NASA image: Gemini Rendezvous Docking Simulator
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May 11, 1964

Gemini Rendezvous Docking Simulator

Gemini Rendezvous Docking Simulator suspended from the roof of the Langley Research Center s aircraft hangar....

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NASA image: ED07-0243-14
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Oct 23, 2007

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NASA Dryden's Ikhana ground crewmen Gus Carreno and James Smith load the thermal-infrared imaging scanner pallet...

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NASA image: ARC-1974-AC74-9036-236
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Dec 1, 1974

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Dr. E. J. Smith (L) Dr. James Van Allen (R) during press conference for Pioneer 11 Jupiter encounter

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NASA image: ARC-1974-AC74-9036-60
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Dec 1, 1974

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Dr James Van Allen (L) and Dr E. J. Smith (R) during press conference for Pioneer 11 Jupiter encounter

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NASA image: JWST Stamp Issuance Ceremony
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Sep 8, 2022

JWST Stamp Issuance Ceremony

NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center Webb Deputy Observatory Project Scientist, Erin Smith, provides remarks at the...

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NASA image: JWST Stamp Issuance Ceremony
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Sep 8, 2022

JWST Stamp Issuance Ceremony

NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center Webb Deputy Observatory Project Scientist, Erin Smith, provides remarks at the...

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NASA image: JWST Stamp Issuance Ceremony
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Sep 8, 2022

JWST Stamp Issuance Ceremony

NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center Webb Deputy Observatory Project Scientist, Erin Smith, provides remarks at the...

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NASA image: JWST Stamp Issuance Ceremony
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Sep 8, 2022

JWST Stamp Issuance Ceremony

NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center Webb Deputy Observatory Project Scientist, Erin Smith, provides remarks at the...

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NASA image: JWST Stamp Issuance Ceremony
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Sep 8, 2022

JWST Stamp Issuance Ceremony

NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center Webb Deputy Observatory Project Scientist, Erin Smith, provides remarks at the...

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NASA image: JWST Stamp Issuance Ceremony
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Sep 8, 2022

JWST Stamp Issuance Ceremony

NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center Webb Deputy Observatory Project Scientist, Erin Smith, provides remarks at the...

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NASA image: Reduced Gravity Walking Simulator
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Feb 11, 1963

Reduced Gravity Walking Simulator

A test subject being suited up for studies on the Reduced Gravity Walking Simulator located in the hangar at Langley...

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NASA image: Reduced Gravity Walking Simulator
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Jun 20, 1964

Reduced Gravity Walking Simulator

A "suited" test subject on the Reduced Gravity Walking Simulator located in the hangar at Langley Research Center....

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NASA image: JWST’s First Full-Color Images Media Briefing
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Jul 12, 2022

JWST’s First Full-Color Images Media Briefing

NASA Public Affairs Officer Alise Fisher, left, NASA James Webb Space Telescope Program Scientist and Astrophysics...

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NASA image: JWST’s First Full-Color Images Media Briefing
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Jul 12, 2022

JWST’s First Full-Color Images Media Briefing

A NASA Social attendee is seen wearing a headband featuring Webb mirrors during a briefing with NASA Public Affairs...

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NASA image: JWST’s First Full-Color Images Media Briefing
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Jul 12, 2022

JWST’s First Full-Color Images Media Briefing

A NASA social attendees and members of the media are seen during a briefing with NASA Public Affairs Officer Alise...

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NASA image: jsc2014e084745
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Sep 30, 2014

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Date: 09-30-14 Location: Bldg 9NW, ISS Mockup Subject: Expedition 46/47 (Soyuz 45) crew members Tim Kopra, Timothy...

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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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