Counterpublic, july 5th, 2023

Counterpublic stands against all forms of abuse, and supports survivors, especially Black women who are survivors. We became aware of the allegations against David Adjaye through public reporting, and take these claims seriously. In view of these allegations, he planned opening of Asaase III has shifted to become a block party in support of The Griot Museum of Black History to lift up their continued work.

We will assess the best next steps in the days to come in dialogue with our community and commit to operating from a place of transparency and integrity across all of our efforts as we move forward. Our priority throughout this exhibition has always been to seed civic and cultural investment in The Griot Museum of Black History, and its surrounding community of St. Louis Place. The sculptural commission is just one part of that. Our ongoing commitment is to ensure The Griot's continued expansion as an essential gathering space. This is true in this moment, and beyond.

As the triennial comes to a close, we will continue to center the other amazing artists, dozens of community partners and the many thousands of participants that have elevated St. Louis’s thriving arts community across the globe with care and collaboration.