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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: X-15 #2 landing accident at Mud Lake, Nevada on November 9, 1962 after flight 2-31-52
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Nov 9, 1962

X-15 #2 landing accident at Mud Lake, Nevada on November 9, 1962 after flight 2-31-52

NASA research pilot Jack McKay was injured in a crash landing of the X-15 #2 on November 9, 1962. Following the...

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NASA image: iss071e133389
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May 29, 2024

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iss071e133389 (May 29, 2024) --- Mud Lake in Harney County, Oregon, one of at least sixteen similarly named lakes...

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NASA image: One of Western Australia's largest lakes, Lake Carnegie
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Sep 9, 2024

One of Western Australia's largest lakes, Lake Carnegie

iss071e615200 (Sept. 9, 2024) -- The ephemeral Lake Carnegie, one of Western Australia's largest lakes, displays its...

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NASA image: KSC-02pd0431
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Mar 29, 2002

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- A pair of Lesser Yellowlegs search a lake near Kennedy Space Center for food. The...

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NASA image: A Volcano of Mud or Lava?
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Jun 11, 2018

A Volcano of Mud or Lava?

This image from NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) shows a hill with a central crater. Such features have been...

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NASA image: Earth Observations taken by the Expedition 13 crew
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Sep 4, 2006

Earth Observations taken by the Expedition 13 crew

ISS013-E-76262 (4 Sept. 2006) --- Lake Morari, Tibet is featured in this image photographed by an Expedition 13...

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NASA image: KSC-02pd0435
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Mar 29, 2002

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- A mixed group of water birds searches for food in a lake near Kennedy Space Center....

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NASA image: Andes Mountains, Chile
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Sep 30, 1994

Andes Mountains, Chile

STS068-260-078 (30 September-11 October 1994) --- The ice visible along the bottom of this view is the north end of...

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NASA image: Possible Mud Cracks Preserved in Martian Rock
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Jan 17, 2017

Possible Mud Cracks Preserved in Martian Rock

The network of cracks in this Martian rock slab called "Old Soaker" may have formed from the drying of a mud layer...

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NASA image: Possible Signs of Ancient Drying in Martian Rock
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Jan 17, 2017

Possible Signs of Ancient Drying in Martian Rock

A grid of small polygons on the Martian rock surface near the right edge of this view may have originated as cracks...

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NASA image: Mars Rover Mastcam View of Possible Mud Cracks
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Jan 17, 2017

Mars Rover Mastcam View of Possible Mud Cracks

This view of a Martian rock slab called "Old Soaker," which has a network of cracks that may have originated in...

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NASA image: Earth Observations taken by Expedition 30 crewmember
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Jan 19, 2012

Earth Observations taken by Expedition 30 crewmember

ISS030-E-059398 (19 Jan. 2012) --- Lake Fitri, Chad is featured in this image photographed by an Expedition 30 crew...

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NASA image: iss012e15050
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Jan 12, 2006

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ISS012-E-15050 (12 Jan. 2006) --- Sandusky Bay is featured in this image photographed by an Expedition 12 crew...

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NASA image: Earth Observations taken by Expedition 30 crewmember
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Dec 3, 2011

Earth Observations taken by Expedition 30 crewmember

ISS030-E-009186 (3 Dec. 2011) --- The Menindee Lakes, New South Wales, Australia are featured in this image...

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NASA image: KSC-08pd4125
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Dec 23, 2008

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – A yellowleg sandpiper wades in the shallow water of a pond in the Merritt island National...

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NASA image: iss012e20586
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Mar 9, 2006

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ISS012-E-20586 (9 March 2006) --- A portion of Lake Poopo is featured in this image photographed by an Expedition 12...

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NASA image: iss012e20585
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Mar 1, 2006

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ISS012-E-20585 (9 March 2006) --- A portion of Lake Poopo is featured in this image photographed by an Expedition 12...

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NASA image: Earth Observations taken by Expedition 30 crewmember
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Feb 21, 2012

Earth Observations taken by Expedition 30 crewmember

ISS030-E-091253 (21 Feb. 2012) --- Perito Moreno Glacier near Lake Argentino, Argentina is featured in this image...

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NASA image: Earth Observations taken by the Expedition 35 Crew
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Mar 25, 2013

Earth Observations taken by the Expedition 35 Crew

ISS035-E-009454 (25 March 2013 ) --- One of the Expedition 35 crew members aboard the Earth-orbiting International...

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NASA image: KSC-07pd0723
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Mar 29, 2007

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- A lesser yellowleg slows for landing in a pond near Kennedy Space Center. The...

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NASA image: Mount Pinatubo, Philippine Islands as seen from STS-59
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Apr 10, 1994

Mount Pinatubo, Philippine Islands as seen from STS-59

STS059-L14-170 (9-20 April 1994) --- Orient with the sea at the left. Then Subic Bay is at the lower left corner,...

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NASA image: KSC-07pd0724
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Mar 29, 2007

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- A turtle cruises past a lesser yellowleg in a pond near Kennedy Space Center. The...

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NASA image: KSC-07pd0722
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Mar 29, 2007

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Lesser yellowlegs wade through a pond near Kennedy Space Center. The yellowleg is a...

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NASA image: KSC-99pp0304
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Mar 15, 1999

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- A sandpiper-like Lesser Yellowlegs eyes the water for food in the Merritt Island...

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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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