Whitney Biennial Artwork Surprises with ‘Free Palestine’ Message The Whitney Museum confirmed that artist Demian DinéYazhi’s neon installation contained a flashing message: “Free Palestine.” The piece, inspired by Indigenous resistance, originally reflected Indigenous struggles. Though curators were unaware of the message, they affirmed their commitment to showcasing timely and provocative art. The revelation of the message has provoked discussion within the art world amidst a wider wave of cultural industry responses to the Israel-Hamas conflict. DinéYazhi’ emphasized that the message aligns with the artwork's underlying critique of settler colonial institutions.