Staff

Director / Curator

Dr. Harvey holds a PhD in Classical Archaeology from the University of Alberta, following her graduation from the University of Saskatchewan. With a passion for ancient Greek and Roman coins, she has established herself as a expert in this field. In 2008, she assumed the role of acting director at the Museum of Antiquities, and her exceptional leadership led to her appointment as the permanent director in 2009.

As the Museum Curator, Tracene dedicates herself to ensuring the smooth operation of the museum while continuously expanding its collection.  In addition to her administrative and curatorial responsibilities, Tracene is also a passionate educator. She teaches various courses throughout the year, notably focusing on Greek and Roman art and architecture. On occasion, she even leads a study abroad course in Rome, providing students with a unique learning experience. Dr. Harvey won the Provost Support of Teaching and Learning Award in 2025.

Tracene's expertise lies in ancient Greek and Roman coins, and she furthered her knowledge by attending the American Numismatics Society Summer Graduate Student Seminar in 2004. Currently, she serves as the numismatics specialist for the Kastro Kallithea Archaeological Project in Thessaly, Greece, a collaborative effort between the 15th Ephorate of Prehistorical and Classical Antiquities at Larissa, Greece, and the University of Alberta.

• tracene.harvey@usask.ca
• (306) 966-7818
• College Building 116

Museum Intern

Beginning at the Museum of Antiquities in Summer 2024, Kat took her love for the arts and history and worked the Ancient and Medieval Adventures Camps (AMAC). Kat continued to help Beth with planning the 2025 summer camps, ensuring they were fun, safe, and engaging! She holds an eclectic set of academic interests and completed her bachelors in spring 2025 with a psychology major and a history minor. During her undergraduate studies, classes in archeology, history, classics, and art history ignited a passion for Ancient Greece and Rome. She also completed a psychology research project on attachment styles and levels of self-esteem. She is currently gaining experience as the Digital Education and Outreach Coordinator as she applies to Masters programs. 

Student Staff

Jasmine is currently in her 4th year at the University of Saskatchewan where she is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts Honors degree in History with a minor in classics. She is hoping to continue her education after convocation in Classics, Classical Archaeology, or a related field. Jasmine has been involved with the Museum of Antiquities since January of 2024 and is currently working as a research assistant in Numismatics. In this role, she is primarily working on cataloguing, researching, and photographing the Museum’s collection of ancient coinage, as well as assisting with other special events and exhibits put on by the Museum. 

Student Staff

Kai started out as a volunteer at the museum in September 2024, working with the research aspects of our glass collection. He is going into his 4th year, doing double bachelor degrees in Paleobiology, Archeology and Anthropology. Kai enjoys studying Ceratopsian dinosaurs as much as ancient Egypt, taking classes surrounding the history and archeology of antiquity and beyond. Kai will be working on the educational resources and events that the museum offers, including the 2026 Ancient and Medieval Adventures Camps and monthly Crafternoons. Kai's passion for the past is contagious, and we look forward to what he will come up with!

Student Staff

Kelsey is currently in her fourth year at the University of Saskatchewan, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts Honours degree in Archaeology and Anthropology, with a minor in History. She originally began volunteering at the Museum of Antiquities in September 2024, and has primarily focused on researching and cataloguing the museum's collection of ancient pottery. Beyond her work at the museum, Kelsey enjoys taking classes that explore the histories of ancient civilizations and the importance of material culture.