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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: Becoming Astronauts - Are You Next?
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Mar 3, 2020

Becoming Astronauts - Are You Next?

NASA is hiring more new Artemis generation astronauts. Will you be next? NASA's latest astronaut class shares their...

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Mar 8, 2024

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The 2024 astronaut graduating class gives you an insider's look at not only the who's who of their graduating class,...

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NASA image: Young Astronaut Day
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Jun 20, 2016

Young Astronaut Day

Students explore aeronautical concepts during the 23rd Annual Young Astronaut Day Event held at NASA Glenn Research...

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NASA image: Training Montage – Astronaut Group 23
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Mar 8, 2024

Training Montage – Astronaut Group 23

From spacewalk training in NASA’s Neutral Buoyancy Laboratory to studying space station systems, to flying in a T-38...

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NASA image: Wreath Laying for Astronaut Owen Garriott
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Apr 18, 2019

Wreath Laying for Astronaut Owen Garriott

Former NASA astronaut Jon McBride shares a few words during a wreath-laying ceremony honoring astronaut Owen...

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NASA image: Astronaut Moments: Chris Williams
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Nov 26, 2025

Astronaut Moments: Chris Williams

Long before he became a NASA astronaut, Chris Williams learned through his time in Boy Scouts a very valuable...

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NASA image: 2025 Astronaut Candidates Ceremony Highlights
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Sep 24, 2025

2025 Astronaut Candidates Ceremony Highlights

After evaluating more than 8,000 applications, NASA debuted its 2025 class of astronaut candidates during a ceremony...

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Apr 18, 2019

Wreath Laying for Astronaut Owen Garriott

Kennedy Space Center Director Bob Cabana speaks during a wreath-laying ceremony honoring former astronaut Owen...

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NASA image: Wreath Laying for Astronaut Owen Garriott
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Apr 18, 2019

Wreath Laying for Astronaut Owen Garriott

Kennedy Space Center Director Bob Cabana is photographed at a wreath-laying ceremony honoring former astronaut Owen...

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NASA image: Wreath Laying for Astronaut Owen Garriott
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Apr 18, 2019

Wreath Laying for Astronaut Owen Garriott

Therrin Protze, chief operating officer of the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, is photographed at a...

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NASA image: Wreath Laying for Astronaut Owen Garriott
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Apr 18, 2019

Wreath Laying for Astronaut Owen Garriott

A photo of former astronaut Owen Garriott is displayed during a memorial ceremony at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in...

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NASA image: #AskNASA - How Can I Be An Astronaut?
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Mar 3, 2020

#AskNASA - How Can I Be An Astronaut?

As NASA prepares to launch American astronauts this year on American rockets from American soil to the International...

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NASA image: What Do Astronauts Eat In Space?
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Aug 18, 2025

What Do Astronauts Eat In Space?

While working and living aboard the International Space Station, astronauts need nutritious meals to keep them...

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NASA image: Wreath Laying Ceremony for Astronaut Owen Garriott
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Apr 17, 2019

Wreath Laying Ceremony for Astronaut Owen Garriott

NASA is remembering the accomplishments of Skylab and Space Shuttle astronaut Owen Garriott, who died April 15 at...

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NASA image: The Universe is Calling Apply to Be a NASA Astronaut
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Mar 5, 2024

The Universe is Calling Apply to Be a NASA Astronaut

We’re recruiting for our next class of NASA astronauts. Selected candidates could fly on Artemis missions to the...

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NASA image: Wreath Laying for Astronaut Owen Garriott
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Apr 18, 2019

Wreath Laying for Astronaut Owen Garriott

A memorial wreath has been placed in the Heroes and Legends exhibit at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in...

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NASA image: Wreath Laying for Astronaut Owen Garriott
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Apr 18, 2019

Wreath Laying for Astronaut Owen Garriott

A memorial wreath has been placed in the Heroes and Legends exhibit at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in...

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NASA image: Wreath Laying for Astronaut Owen Garriott
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Apr 18, 2019

Wreath Laying for Astronaut Owen Garriott

In the Heroes and Legends exhibit at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Florida, a memorial wreath was...

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NASA image: Wreath Laying for Astronaut Owen Garriott
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Apr 18, 2019

Wreath Laying for Astronaut Owen Garriott

In the Heroes and Legends exhibit at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Florida, a memorial wreath was...

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Feb 7, 2025

HWHAP Ep#371 Bringing Astronauts Home

Host (Leah Cheshier): Houston, we have a podcast. Welcome to the official podcast of the NASA Johnson Space Center,...

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NASA image: NASA Invites You to Watch the 2025 Astronaut Candidate Announcement
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Sep 18, 2025

NASA Invites You to Watch the 2025 Astronaut Candidate Announcement

On Sept. 22, we’ll announce our next class of 10 astronaut candidates—selected from over 8,000 applicants—and begin...

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NASA image: Astronauts Share Tips for Viewing a Total Solar Eclipse
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Mar 30, 2024

Astronauts Share Tips for Viewing a Total Solar Eclipse

Astronauts Stephen Bowen, Woody Hoburg, Frank Rubio and Sultan Alneyadi are on a mission to get you ready for the...

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NASA image: #AskNASA┃ HOW DO ASTRONAUTS USE THE POTTY IN SPACE?
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Sep 25, 2020

#AskNASA┃ HOW DO ASTRONAUTS USE THE POTTY IN SPACE?

Hygiene, eating, sleeping — life operates a tad differently when you're in space. Join NASA Astronaut Jessica Meir...

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Dec 3, 2021

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Astronaut Candidate Class of 2021. Photo Date: December 3, 2021. Location: JSC Mall. Photographer: Robert Markowitz

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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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