How do I install the nasa mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

What credentials does it need?

It reads `NASA_API_KEY`, `DEMO_KEY` from the environment. Store these in your client's env block or a secrets manager — never commit them to a repository — and grant the narrowest scope that still covers your use case.

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Nasa MCP Server

MCP server with UI for NASA images

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What is the Nasa MCP Server?

MCP server with UI for NASA images

The short version

A project to search NASA's image library using an MCP server and display images in an interactive UI.

What it needs from you

Node.js 18 or higher - npm or yarn - NASA API Key (get free at nasa.gov/api)

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Maintainer setup documentation.

How to install the Nasa MCP Server

claude mcp add nasa-images --env NASA_API_KEY=your-value --env DEMO_KEY=your-value -- npx -y @kaitoy/nasa-images-mcp-server

Configuration

Node.js 18 or higher - npm or yarn - NASA API Key (get free at nasa.gov/api)

Variable	Description	Required
NASA_API_KEY	Credential the server authenticates with.	Yes
DEMO_KEY	Credential the server authenticates with.	Yes

Example prompts to try

“Use Nasa to DEMO KEY.”

Frequently asked questions

MCP server with UI for NASA images Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.

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