"The community held a farewell party for Dinosaur, complete with pigeon-themed trivia, pigeon bingo, live music, and family activities. The statue's creator, Iván Argote, was even in attendance signing exclusive prints of what has become one of the most iconic birds in the city."
"Dinosaur went up on the High Line Plinth in October 2024, replacing the Old Tree sculpture. The massive bird is the fourth commission displayed on the High Line's rotating display."
"An online petition has even gotten thousands of signatures demanding Dinosaur be made a permanent fixture on the High Line."
"The High Line's website says Nguyen's 27-foot sandstone sculpture will be on display from spring 2026 until fall 2027."
Dinosaur, a 17-foot-tall pigeon statue, was celebrated with a farewell party on the High Line. The event featured pigeon-themed trivia, bingo, live music, and family activities. Creator Iván Argote attended to sign exclusive prints. The statue, installed in October 2024, replaced the Old Tree sculpture and became a popular attraction. An online petition has garnered thousands of signatures for Dinosaur to remain permanently. The statue will be removed in early April to make way for a new commission by Tuan Andrew Nguyen, set to debut in spring 2026.
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