Cosmopolitan Chicken Project nominated for 'Museum piece of the Year'

Museumpass is on the hunt for the next “Museumstuk van het Jaar” – and among timeless paintings, stunning art-nouveau architecture, and hidden gems across Belgian museums, one living masterpiece truly stands out: the Cosmopolitan Chicken Project by artist Koen Vanmechelen.

Now celebrating its 30th generation, this groundbreaking artwork has evolved over more than 25 years. It brings together chicken breeds from around the world into a single, symbolic animal — a living expression of global diversity.

At the crossroads of art, science, and society, the Cosmopolitan Chicken Project explores powerful themes like identity, migration, and interconnectedness. It’s a bold, evolving statement on the beauty and strength of biocultural diversity.

Think this work deserves the title 'Museum Piece of the Year'? Make your voice heard and vote now:

Cast your vote here

Voting closes May 18 at 12:00 PM – don’t miss your chance!

Koen’s LaMouseion — The Unthinkable Experiment is also nominated for a different category; ‘Museum Curiosity of the Year’

So please also vote in this category