The provided maps illustrate the transformation of the museum and its surrounding grounds between 1957 and 2007. Overall, it is apparent that there were some significant changes, such as the reduction of natural areas and the expansion of the museum space. Additionally, more details were incorporated to meet customers’ demands.
In 1957, the museum was built in the center of a large garden. There was a road in front of the building, with a pathway leading visitors to the entrance hall. The museum comprised three main sections: the local history room on the left, the museum storeroom on the right, and the national history exhibition in the middle.
Between 1957 and 2007, the museum underwent various modifications, including an increase in area and the addition of several new sections. The entrance was relocated to the west of the garden, leading to a museum shop. A new café was established in the building’s right corner, replacing the original museum storeroom. The local history room moved to the center of the building, next to the reception and the café. Furthermore, a special exhibition area and an education center were introduced on the eastern side. Additionally, an extra car park was constructed in front of the southern side of the museum to accommodate customers.