КРЕАТИВНИЙ ПРОСТІР МУЗЕЮ УКРАЇНСЬКОГО ПОБУТУ КИЇВСЬКОГО СТОЛИЧНОГО УНІВЕРСИТЕТУ ІМЕНІ БОРИСА ГРІНЧЕНКА

Abstract

The article explores phenomenon of a creative space operated within a Museum of Ukrainian Household as an environment to inspire not only emotional experience of historical memory but also creative processes and artistic reflection. Analysing personal stories from participants of museum events demonstrates that interaction with authentic artifacts activates deep emotional processes. Mythological design of the museum based on a private antique collection of the Ulyanych family and integrated with infrastructure of a state institution enabled creation of a unique symbolic space where exhibits get new meanings. Visitors perceive the museum as a place of personal transformation with outstanding inspiration, creative flow as well as experiencing all stages of a creative process from conception to realization. At the same time it is noted that the museum environment is of great therapeutic potential contributing to psychological recovery, stress relief and personal harmony. This article is the first one in a series of studies about the Museum of Ukrainian Household at Borys Grinchenko Kyiv Metropolitan University as well as museum activities of the Ulyanych family in general. Receach results emphasize a significance of the museum not only as a storage of artifacts but also as a dynamic creative space that stimulates artistic activity, supports national identity and serves as a tool for emotional and spiritual recharging in modern urbanized society.