Museum of Antiquities

The Museum of Antiquities is a university museum in Saskatchewan that displays original ancient artifacts and full-scale plaster replicas of sculptures from Greece, Rome, Egypt, and the Near East. The collection spans thousands of years and includes coins, carved panels, and other objects that show how ancient peoples lived and believed.

The museum began in 1974 when two university professors started collecting plaster casts from the Louvre to teach students about ancient art. Growth came gradually through institutional support, turning it into a resource for studying classical civilizations in western Canada.

The collection reflects how ancient Greeks, Romans, Egyptians, and Near Eastern peoples expressed their beliefs and values through sculpture and art. Walking through the rooms, visitors encounter how these societies shaped their visual identity across centuries.

The museum sits on the university campus in a dedicated space within a campus building and welcomes visitors during regular academic hours on weekdays and Saturdays. Plan your visit by checking current opening times before you go, as hours can vary with the academic calendar.

The collection features rare plaster casts of ancient sculptures that preserve exact details of the original artworks, found in few places across Canada. These casts allow visitors to study famous masterpieces like the Charioteer of Delphi in detail without moving precious originals.

Location: Saskatchewan

Inception: 1974

Website: http://usask.ca/antiquities

GPS coordinates: 52.13050,-106.63300

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:03