Today, New York’s American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) revealed new details about its plans for the Richard Gilder Center for Science, Education, and Innovation—a 235,000-square-foot expansion and renovation designed by Studio Gang Architects.

At a press conference, Ellen Futter, the institution’s president, made the case for the $340 million project, citing pressing issues such as climate change, habitat and species loss, and threats to human health. “In the post-truth era,” she said, “the museum’s role in presenting scientific evidence has never been more critical.”