Counterpublic

Join our team for the IISTL Race for Refugees!

Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Time: 9am–12pm
Location: Tower Grove Park

Founded over a century ago, the International Institute of St. Louis has welcomed tens of thousands of New Americans through its refugee resettlement program, serving as a vital hub for immigrant communities in St. Louis. As a primary partner for Counterpublic 2026: Coyote Time, we are supporting building updates and fellowships on their community engagement team. This fall, the campus will include temporary and permanent artworks by an international group of artists.

Come out to support IISTL by joining the Race for Refugees. Whether you're running or walking (in person or virtually), join us in celebrating the rich multiculturalism that New Americans bring to our community. Be a part of our family-friendly event (bring those dogs & strollers!) and help create a more welcoming community for ALL!

Visit the link below to register and join the Counterpublic team and pick up Coyote Time gear designed in partnership with People’s Art and Recreation Center (PARC). We can’t wait to walk, run, and support the International Institute of St. Louis with you.

https://raceroster.com/events/2026/114379/race-for-refugees

During registration, enter “Counterpublic” as your team name.
We will follow up with those registered with more information on meeting up!

The Mississippi Riverfront is an official Counterpublic 2026: Coyote Time exhibition site.

Stretching along the edge of downtown St. Louis, the Mississippi Riverfront—anchored by the Gateway Arch, the symbolic “Gateway to the West”—will host a series of permanent commissions and temporary activations across iconic spaces adjacent to the river.

Gateway Arch National Park