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Eileen Cowin: Between Panic and Paradise Opens at LACMA

The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) has opened a new exhibition featuring the work of Eileen Cowin, titled Between Panic and Paradise.

The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) has launched a new exhibition, Between Panic and Paradise, showcasing the work of artist Eileen Cowin. The exhibition officially opened to the public on August 23, 2026, and is now available for visitors at LACMA’s BCAM building on Level 2. The exhibition will remain on view through January 3, 2027, providing several months for audiences to experience Cowin’s work.

The opening was announced on August 24, 2026, through LACMA’s official blog, Unframed, which confirmed that Between Panic and Paradise had begun welcoming visitors the previous day. The exhibition is listed among the museum’s current offerings, highlighting its place in LACMA’s ongoing programming.

Eileen Cowin is known for exploring complex emotional and psychological themes in her art. While specific works in the exhibition are not detailed in the announcement, the title Between Panic and Paradise suggests a focus on contrasting states of mind, inviting visitors to reflect on these themes.

For art enthusiasts and the broader Los Angeles community, the exhibition represents an opportunity to engage with contemporary art in a major cultural institution. LACMA’s presentation of Between Panic and Paradise adds to its diverse lineup of exhibitions, reinforcing its role as a leading center for the arts in the region.

The exhibition’s timing and central location make it accessible to both local residents and visitors to Los Angeles, contributing to the city’s vibrant art scene in the latter half of 2026.

Between Panic and Paradise is part of LACMA’s commitment to presenting a wide range of artistic voices and perspectives, offering audiences the chance to experience thought-provoking contemporary art.

Why it matters

The opening of Between Panic and Paradise at LACMA provides a significant platform for contemporary artist Eileen Cowin and enriches the cultural offerings available in Los Angeles. It allows audiences to experience art that explores emotional complexity, supporting LACMA’s mission to present diverse and meaningful exhibitions.

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