Shadows near the Moon's South Pole

Watch a dynamic visualization of patterns of daylight and shadows at the Moon’s poles. More ›

slide 2 - Detailed image of the Moon with several Apollo sites, robotic lander sites, and geologic features labeled.

Spin the Moon Globe

Explore an interactive map featuring lunar landscape highlights plus human and robotic landing sites. More ›

slide 3 - An orange Moon in the sky over a silhouetted skyline

Capture the Moon

Make the most of your next lunar photo opportunity! (Image credit: Scott Hull.) More ›

Explore the Moon

Where have we landed on the Moon? Explore notable lunar locations with this interactive globe.

Go Sightseeing on the Moon

Why can I see the Moon during the day? And other frequently asked questions about our Moon.

How did Ryder crater end up in this shape?

We’re not sure how Ryder crater, perched on the rim of a larger, older crater, was formed. By an asteroid that split? By one that grazed the surface? Or is this odd shape the result of the crater's location on a steep slope?

Moon Phase and Libration, 2021

Animation showing the geocentric phase, libration, position angle of the axis, and apparent diameter of the Moon throughout the year 2021, at hourly intervals.

What the Moon will look like from Earth, every hour of every day of 2021.

Shadows near the Moon's South Pole

Spin the Moon Globe

Capture the Moon

Explore the Moon

How did Ryder crater end up in this shape?

Moon Phase and Libration, 2021

News from NASA

NASA Practices VIPER Moon Rover Assembly

Moon Rock on Loan to the White House

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