What comes to mind when you hear the word “flannel?” Perhaps it’s your favorite plaid shirt, your trusty yardwork outfit, a rugged lumberjack or even a classic grunge band.

A new, original High Desert Museum exhibition, Blood, Sweat & Flannel, explores what flannel represents. Opening November 2, 2024, and running through June 29, 2025, this unique experience invites visitors to explore the stories behind flannel—a fabric that goes beyond clothing to reflect the history of work and culture in the High Desert region.