Saturday Sampler Tour | The Archaeology of Birth and Childhood
Until relatively recently in human history, pregnancy, birth, and early childhood were dangerous times for women and children. On this tour,...
Saturday Sampler Tour | Glass Arts
Crystal clear, blue, purple, yellow, or multicolored - glass was a precious and beautiful commodity in the ancient world. On this tour,...
Saturday Sampler Tour | Coins
Whether made of humble bronze or shining gold, ancient coins are an important tool in the archaeologist's and art historian's quest for...
Saturday Sampler Tour | Around the Table
Whether it was an elaborate Greek symposium or a small family dinner in Pompeii, people had to eat! On this tour, learn more about what all...
Saturday Sampler Tour | Highlights of the Kelsey Museum
In town for the Ann Arbor Art Fair? Take a break from the heat and join us for an air-conditioned tour of the highlights of the Kelsey...
Saturday Sampler Tour | Excavations at Karanis, Egypt: 1924–1935
Almost half of the Kelsey Museum of Archaeology's collection comes from the University of Michigan excavations at Karanis, Egypt. On this...
Saturday Sampler Tour | "Ugly" Objects
Are you a fan of the "Ugly Object of the Month" series on the Kelsey Museum blog? Do you have a favorite ugly-but-cute object in the...
Saturday Sampler Tour | Greek Mythology in Art and Artifact
Once you start to look closely, you’ll be amazed at how many Kelsey artifacts are decorated with heroes, gods, goddesses, and mythological...
Saturday Sampler Tour | Sculpture Speaks
When you think of Greek or Roman art, do you imagine beautiful sculpture? Have you always wondered what happened to the noses on ancient...
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Saturday Sampler Tour | Read and Look: "In Egyptian Times"
Join us for a kid-friendly tour of the Egyptian exhibits at the Kelsey Museum! We begin by reading aloud "In Egyptian Times," by Kate Davies...
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Curator Tour | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
Christopher Ratté
On Sunday, September 9, 2018, curator Christopher Ratté will offer a tour of the special exhibition, "Urban Biographies". Dr. Ratté is a...
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition Opening Lecture | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
Felix Pirson
Please join us in celebrating the opening of our new special exhibition "Urban Biographies," featuring three ancient cities and Detroit, all...
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Comparing Roman Hellenisms
Hellenism, defined as the “adoption or imitation of (elements of) the ancient Greek language, culture, philosophy, etc.” (OED) is...
Comparing Roman Hellenisms
Hellenism, defined as the “adoption or imitation of (elements of) the ancient Greek language, culture, philosophy, etc.” (OED) is...
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
Exhibition | Urban Biographies, Ancient and Modern
August 24, 2018–January 6, 2019
Human beings are political animals, said the Greek philosopher Aristotle: animals that live in the “polis,” the Greek word for city....
