The extensive paleobotanical collections, particularly Precambrian material containing early life forms, continue to be enlarged through faculty and student field work. The glory of the museum, however, is the Ware Collection of Glass Models of Plants, popularly known as "The Glass Flowers". Commissioned by Goodale from the renowned artisans, Leopold and Rudolf Baschka, the collection still serves as an adjunct to teaching biology, while also attracting worldwide public interest. The approximately 3000 models, created from 1887 through 1936, represent over 840 species, each with a scientifically accurate, life-size model and magnified parts. Financed by Elizabeth and Mary Lee Ware, this collection is the only one of its kind in the world.The Botanical Museum Harvard is just one of many Boston area tourist attractions and other things to do in Boston. MustSeeBoston.com is your online Boston travel guide.
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