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Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
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Recent News
Welcome, Laura Motta
As our newest curator, Laura will bring to the Kelsey her unique perspectives on people, food, climate, and the environment.
Launch of the Center for Community Archaeology and Heritage
A collaboration between the Kelsey Museum and the U-M Museum of Anthropological Archaeology, this center will incorporate local knowledge into archaeological fieldwork and heritage management projects.
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Welcome
The Kelsey Museum of Archaeology supports teaching and research on Mediterranean, North African, and Middle Eastern archaeology through stewardship of its rich collections, an active exhibitions program, and sponsorship of ongoing field research. The Kelsey houses a collection of more than 100,000 artifacts, of which approximately 1,500 are on permanent display, and mounts special exhibitions each year. As a museum at a public university, the Kelsey embraces a vigorous public outreach mission, engaging with local residents and visitors of all ages, from kindergarten through retirement. It also serves as the headquarters of the University of Michigan’s graduate program in ancient Mediterranean art and archaeology.
AAM Accredited
The Kelsey Museum of Archaeology is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, the highest national recognition afforded the nation’s museums.
The Kelsey Is Open to All Audiences
Our galleries are open to all audiences during our regular visiting hours. Click the “Plan Your Visit” button below for more information about what to expect when you arrive.
Events
Feb
06
Reinventing the Museum: A Discussion of the Continuing Paradigm Shift
5:00 PM
5670
Haven Hall
Feb
06
FAST Lecture | Royal City and Colony: The Long-Term History of Pella
David Stone and Lisa Nevett, Classics
5:30 PM
Newberry Hall, Room 125
Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
Feb
07
Flash Talk | Were There Really Women Working in the Valley of the Kings?
Kathleen Sheppard, Missouri S&T
12:00 PM
Virtual
Feb
08
Saturday Sampler Tour | Early Christians and Late Pagans
Dave Horrocks, Docent
2:00 PM
Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
Feb
13
Digging Deeper: Thursday Night Lecture Series | Archaeology in Motion: Karanis Silent Film Showing and Panel Discussion
Laura Motta, Nic Terrenato, Arthur Verhoogt, and Markus Nornes, Panelists
6:00 PM
Helmut Stern Auditorium
Museum of Art
Feb
14
Mid-Day Morsel Tour | Love and Marriage
Linda Kimmel, Docent
12:30 PM
Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
The Kelsey is now a participant in Museums for All. Click here to learn more.
