In this drop-in tour, docent Bill Kryska will provide visitors with a wealth of knowledge about money in the ancient world. The Kelsey Museum collection includes more than 40,000 coins. These tiny but mighty objects reveal much about people in the ancient world, the governments and bureaucracies they established, and the commerce in which they engaged, both locally and across the greater Mediterranean region.

Cash in on the opportunity to learn who used coins—only the elite, or did everyday people use them as well? What did people purchase? How did they earn money? Come and learn the answers to these questions and more as you navigate the rich history of ancient money.

This event is free and open to all visitors. If you have any questions or concerns regarding accessing this event, please visit our accessibility page at https://myumi.ch/zwPkd or contact the education office by calling (734) 647-4167. We ask for advance notice as some accommodations may require more time for the university to arrange.