Jim Vichich, past president of BAHS and current board member was recognized by the DAR Phillip Livingston Chapter on June 2nd 2026 at Lakeland Golf Club. They recognized his many years of cemetery headstone restoration and our current project at the Pleasant Valley Cemetery repairing headstones. Pleasant Valley Cemetery, also known as Beach Cemetery, is […]
We invite you to visit our Memorial Day display on May 25, 2026 showcasing an impressive collection of Civil War memorabilia. The display will be open from 9am to 1pm at CoBACH. The Brighton Memorial Day parade begins at 10am at 4th Street and concludes at the Millpond. We welcome you to come and honor […]
You have an opportunity to listen to a great Brighton history podcast that is followed by a world-wide audience that is available starting this month on January 27. Sit back in the comfort of your home and listen to a great session on the history of Brighton. You will learn about the how and why […]
Join the US and International audience for the Preservation Oaks Podcast on the History and Evolution of Brighton, MI. Sean Thomas Radcliff interviews Jim Vichich, President of the Brighton Area Historical Society. Learn about the history of Brighton and what factors influenced its early settlement in 1832 and contributed to its fast growth as one […]
Our annual Jewelry Sale fundraiser was a huge success. We would like to thank all those who donated jewelry, those who visited and pur-chased jewelry, and those who volunteered their time contributing to the success of the show. We are very grateful for all the support. Please consider a jewelry donation for 2025! Contact Jim […]
A special collector’s edition of new “Then & Now” historical Brighton playing cards will be available FREE from downtown restaurants and retail stores. Each card has a unique old Brighton photo of an early downtown building. Learn the history of the building by reading the short narrative that includes a description of the building with […]
The Brighton Area Historical Society has won a Preservation Award for their outstanding work in Brighton’s Old Village Cemetery. This specific award, through the Michigan Historic Preservation Network, is the “Community Award” for completion of a restoration project that enlists the help of other community groups. The initial restoration work started in 2009 with resurrecting […]
