Kelsey Museum of Archaeology

Also known as: Newberry Hall, KELSEY

Kelsey Museum of Archaeology is a library/museum building at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It is located at 434 STATE ST, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, on the University of Michigan's Central campus. The building has 2 floors. The building code is KELSEY, used in class schedules and room assignments. The building features elevator access, ramp access, wheelchair accessibility. It houses Egyptian And Near Eastern Gallery, Greek And Roman Gallery, Kelsey Museum Of Archaeology 1, Lsa Facilities 4. Visit the official website for current hours and information. From the Diag, Kelsey Museum of Archaeology is approximately 3 minutes walking west.

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Official website: Kelsey Museum of Archaeology

Building Details

History

• Year Built: 1891 (Source: Bentley Historical Library)
• Architect: Spier & Rohns
• Style: Richardsonian Romanesque
• Named for: Francis W. Kelsey, professor of Latin 1889–1927
• Notable: One of oldest structures on campus; contains a Tiffany window; National Register of Historic Places
• Primary use: Archaeological museum and exhibitions

Accessibility

• Elevator: Enter at the main entrance (off of State St.), go straight through the main hallway, and the elevator will be at the end of the hall.
• Ramp Access: Ramps are located at the Southwest corner (near Maynard) and at the Northeast corner (near State St.). Power doors are located at the West entrance into the Upjohn Wing.
• Wheelchair: yes

Departments & Services

• Egyptian And Near Eastern Gallery
• Greek And Roman Gallery
• Kelsey Museum Of Archaeology 1
• Lsa Facilities 4

Nearby Buildings

• Newberry Residence 73 ft (22 m)
• Trotter Multicultural Center 164 ft (50 m)
• Betsy Barbour House 189 ft (58 m)
• LSA Building 203 ft (62 m)
• Lipsey Student Publications Building 259 ft (79 m)

Other Library/Museum Buildings

• Museum of Art
• Bentley Historical Library
• Buhr Building
• Gerald Ford Library
• Hatcher Graduate Library

Part of: Hidden Gems

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Kelsey Museum of Archaeology located?

Kelsey Museum of Archaeology is located at 434 STATE ST on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Its coordinates are 42.276755362500005, -83.74146593333333.

Is Kelsey Museum of Archaeology wheelchair accessible?

Yes. Elevator access: Enter at the main entrance (off of State St.), go straight through the main hallway, and the elevator will be at the end of the hall.. Ramp access: Ramps are located at the Southwest corner (near Maynard) and at the Northeast corner (near State St.). Power doors are located at the West entrance into the Upjohn Wing.. Wheelchair accessible: yes.

What departments or services are in Kelsey Museum of Archaeology?

Kelsey Museum of Archaeology houses Egyptian And Near Eastern Gallery, Greek And Roman Gallery, Kelsey Museum Of Archaeology 1, Lsa Facilities 4.

How many floors does Kelsey Museum of Archaeology have?

Kelsey Museum of Archaeology has 2 floors.

How do I find Kelsey Museum of Archaeology on the University of Michigan campus?

Kelsey Museum of Archaeology is located on Central Campus at 434 STATE ST. From the Diag, it is approximately 3 minutes walking west.

Data sourced from University of Michigan and OpenStreetMap. Data last updated April 15, 2026.
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