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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: SLS-Built-to-Explore-020922_V5_0077
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Feb 9, 2022

SLS-Built-to-Explore-020922_V5_0077

NASA’s Space Launch System (SLS) rocket will enable a new era of space exploration. With NASA’s Orion spacecraft,...

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NASA image: NASA Explores the Moon and Beyond
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Mar 28, 2022

NASA Explores the Moon and Beyond

NASA continues to forge ahead in humanity’s quest for knowledge as we explore the Moon and Mars. Through Artemis, we...

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NASA image: Looking Back at Arena of Exploration
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Aug 31, 2008

Looking Back at Arena of Exploration

Looking Back at Arena of Exploration

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NASA image: Exploring the Moon_ Lunar Tools
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Jan 10, 2025

Exploring the Moon_ Lunar Tools

“How does NASA collect surface samples from the Moon? The answer may surprise you! Explore the challenges of...

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NASA image: Humans Explore Farther┃Go Forward
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Mar 11, 2019

Humans Explore Farther┃Go Forward

NASA is going to the Moon and on to Mars, in a measured, sustainable way. Working with U.S. companies and...

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NASA image: Hills Explored by Spirit
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Apr 19, 2005

Hills Explored by Spirit

Hills Explored by Spirit

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NASA image: Plains and Hills Explored by Spirit
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Apr 19, 2005

Plains and Hills Explored by Spirit

Plains and Hills Explored by Spirit

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NASA image: Inside Victoria Crater for Extended Exploration
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Sep 13, 2007

Inside Victoria Crater for Extended Exploration

Inside Victoria Crater for Extended Exploration

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NASA image: Explore Kennedy Space Center: VAB
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Feb 28, 2019

Explore Kennedy Space Center: VAB

It’s one of the largest buildings in the world! Check in at the Kennedy Space Center and explore inside the Vehicle...

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NASA image: Explorer 1
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Jul 1, 2003

Explorer 1

America first satellite, Explorer 1. America joined the space race with the launch of this small, but important...

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NASA image: Explore Kennedy: Pad 39B
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Jun 5, 2019

Explore Kennedy: Pad 39B

From Apollo 10 and the Saturn V rocket to Artemis 1 and the Space Launch System, Launch Pad 39B is revamped for the...

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NASA image: Exploring the Moon_ Lunar Rovers
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Jan 14, 2025

Exploring the Moon_ Lunar Rovers

Come and join us as we take a ride on the new lunar terrain vehicles that will be used for the Artemis Missions. You...

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NASA image: Mars Exploration Rover
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Oct 30, 2003

Mars Exploration Rover

Mars Exploration Rover MER spacecraft. This image shows the aeroshell, which includes the backshell as well as the...

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NASA image: Mars Exploration Rover
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Oct 30, 2003

Mars Exploration Rover

Mars Exploration Rover MER spacecraft -- areoshell encapsulating the rover and lander plus cruise stage.

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NASA image: Mars Exploration Rover
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Oct 30, 2003

Mars Exploration Rover

Mars Exploration Rover MER spacecraft -- areoshell encapsulating the rover and lander plus cruise stage.

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NASA image: Mars Exploration Rover
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Oct 30, 2003

Mars Exploration Rover

Mars Exploration Rover MER spacecraft -- areoshell encapsulating the rover and lander plus cruise stage.

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NASA image: Mars Exploration Rover 1
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Oct 30, 2003

Mars Exploration Rover 1

Engineers for NASA Mars Exploration Rover Mission are completing assembly and testing for the twin robotic...

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NASA image: Mars Exploration Rover 2
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Oct 30, 2003

Mars Exploration Rover 2

Engineers for NASA Mars Exploration Rover Mission are completing assembly and testing for the twin robotic...

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NASA image: Explore our Home Planet and the Universe With NASA Podcasts
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Sep 30, 2022

Explore our Home Planet and the Universe With NASA Podcasts

Listen up! From long form interviews with astronauts and engineers to narrative shows that take you on a tour of the...

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NASA image: Happy Anniversary to a Galactic Explorer
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May 24, 2004

Happy Anniversary to a Galactic Explorer

The Galaxy Evolution Explorer specializes in surveying galaxies in ultraviolet light. Its telescope, 50 centimeters...

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NASA image: Technology Drives Exploration┃Go Forward
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Mar 11, 2019

Technology Drives Exploration┃Go Forward

NASA is going to the Moon and on to Mars, in a measured, sustainable way. Working with U.S. companies and...

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NASA image: Underwater Robots for Space Exploration - videographer of the year
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Feb 3, 2025

Underwater Robots for Space Exploration - videographer of the year

Videographer of the Year submission for Documentation: A futuristic NASA mission concept envisions a swarm of dozens...

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NASA image: Human Exploration Rover Challenge - 2024
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Jul 30, 2024

Human Exploration Rover Challenge - 2024

The 2024 Human Exploration Rover Challenge was held in Huntsville, Alabama. This event brings high school and...

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NASA image: U.S. and Japan Sign Agreement on Peaceful Exploration of Space
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Jan 13, 2023

U.S. and Japan Sign Agreement on Peaceful Exploration of Space

NASA Administrator Bill Nelson and Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy welcomed Japan’s Prime Minister Kishida Fumio,...

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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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