NASA opens Artemis II lunar science data to the public

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NASA released the mission’s lunar observations for researchers and the public on October 7.

What the record says

The Planetary Data System release contains more than 800 GB, including over 11,000 full-resolution lunar images and videos,8.5 hours of observation audio and crew annotations. NASA also released reports and a data-user guide.

Release dated October 7, 2026.

Public access supports independent further study.

Source details and supporting locations.

Practical next step

Use NASA’s official release to reach the data archive and guide.

Limits and what is not established

This is a data release from the earlier Artemis II flight, not a new launch or a confirmed new scientific discovery.

Sources checked October 11, 2026. Later notices may change instructions or arrangements.

Original sources

NASA: original information

NASA Planetary Data System Geosciences Node: original information

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