Pigeon petition: Advocates want NYC's giant pigeon statue to stay perched at the High Line

"Dinosaur was designed by Ivan Argote for the High Line's Plinth, a place on the elevated park dedicated to a temporary, rotating series of art pieces."

"Removing the sculpture would eliminate a piece of art that has already become deeply meaningful to the community in a short period of time."

"We call on the High Line, NYC Parks, and relevant partners to work collaboratively with the artist to extend the installation or to designate the pigeon sculpture as a permanent public artwork."

"Prior to the French Revolution, only aristocrats kept pigeons. It's not their fault we domesticated, then abandoned them, she said. They are sweet and gorgeous up close."

Dinosaur, a 17-foot-tall aluminum pigeon sculpture, has been a fixture on Manhattan's High Line since October 2024. High Line officials plan to remove it next month, prompting a petition with over 5,500 signatures advocating for its permanence. Supporters argue that the sculpture has become meaningful to the community and request an extension or permanent designation. Bird enthusiasts, including author Maureen Seaberg, emphasize the cultural significance of pigeons in New York City, advocating for the statue's continued presence in the park.

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