Kelsey Museum of Archaeology

View into the Weni the Elder photo show at the Kelsey Musuem.

Weni the Elder Exhibitions in Egypt and Michigan Learn about the opening of “The Governor of Upper Egypt Weni the Elder and the Origins of the Osiris Festival” in Sohag, Egypt, and the sister photo show at the Kelsey Museum.

Gladiators: Life in the Area Read about our newest Kelsey in Focus display highlighting the lives and careers of gladiators.

Kelsey in Focus #9: Back Roads and Bedbugs View this recent installment in our Kelsey in Focus series.

DiSKO: The Digital Study of Kelsey Objects Visit the DiSKO website to explore select Kelsey artifacts in 3-D.

Our Doors are Open to All Audiences Click here for details about how to plan your visit.

Public Tours Tours are free and open to all visitors. Click here to learn more.

Visit Kelsey@Home, Our Digital Resources Page Museum-inspired activities and games you can enjoy at home.

Fieldwork Notion Archaeological Survey in western Turkey

Research Conservator working on an Egyptian mummy mask

Publications U-M excavation in Karanis, Egypt, ca. 1927

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Interdepartmental Program in Ancient Mediterranean Art and Archaeology (IPAMAA)

Archaeology at Michigan

Regular Hours

Tuesdays through Fridays, 9 AM to 4 PM
Saturdays and Sundays, 11 AM to 4 PM
Closed Mondays and University Holidays
See our Planning Your Visit page for the Kelsey’s 2024–2025 holiday hours

Welcome

The Kelsey Museum of Archaeology supports teaching and research on Classical, Egyptian, 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; in addition, the museum mounts 2–3 special exhibitions annually. As an exhibit 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.

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