Museum of the History of M.M. Gryshko National Botanical Garden of the NAS of Ukraine from its foundation to the present: concept and development

The prerequisites and concept for creating the Museum of the History of M.M. Grychko National Botanical Garden of the NAS of Ukraine are highlighted. The names of scientists who contributed to its foundation, from the initial idea to the creation of a temporary exhibition, are provided. The purpose of creating the museum and the target group of future visitors are outlined.The most valuable museum exhibits are described. It is noted that the primary source of funds for a collection expansion at the museum comes from veterans of the botanical garden and their descendants. Several monographs and numerous articles have already been written based on the museum’s collections.