The former Mellus Hospital building on East Grand River will become the new home of the Chamber of Commerce (CoC). Future use of the CoC building on Hyne St. remains unknown and its longevity maybe in peril. These two historic structures are attractive and appear in sound shape. The BAHS hopes they will be maintained […]
I hope that everyone has set aside time for the rededication of Old Village Cemetery. It will commence immediately after the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars parade and memorial service on Main Street. The rededication will feature the 5th Michigan Regiment Band. This Civil War style band with color guard will lead the […]
The Old Village Cemetery continues to receive improvements to its beautiful grounds. The 1837 cemetery is located next to the millpond in downtown Brighton. The grounds are sheltered under the canopy of mature trees, which gives all visitors a peaceful experience. The alley next to Saint Pauls Episcopal Church and Old Village Cemetery is undergoing […]
Welcome back to the classroom after your nonstop summer of planning new lessons and updating your education credentials. You may not be aware that a 19th century one-room schoolhouse awaits your visit. This is a great opportunity to provide a unique educational setting to enrich your students knowledge of how families lived and worked in […]
Many senior or newly retired individuals are finding that they have extra time available during the week. Do you have time where you could volunteer once per month for the Brighton Area Historical Society? Your participation in our volunteer network will allow enjoyable social encounters with other members of the community. On Saturday and Sunday […]
Memorial Day 2010 marks the renewal of the publics ability to enter and visit Brightons historic 1837 Old Village Cemetery. The new walkway allows family, friends and community members easy access into the cemetery through the new entrance gate that will be unlocked every day. On a beautiful Memorial Day, the rededication of Old Village […]
The following events will take place in Downtown Brighton over the Memorial Day weekend. All events are open to the public and free of charge. Sunday, May 30: 5:00pm – 6:00pm: CoBACH Center (Old Town Hall next to the millpond) Civil War presentation titled When A Rose Is Not A Rose by Judith Coebly. Learn the […]
In Old Village Cemetery, headstones of Brighton leaders and residents peer down over their city as if to observe the changes through the years. Please join community members for a civic pride event working inside the beautiful ornamental fence under the canopy of mature trees honoring those buried there. You will find the names of […]
October 10th was a gorgeous Saturday to be working on improving the appearance of Old Village Cemetery. Approximately 35 people enjoyed the cool air while working under the blue skies as they traversed all areas of the cemetery. Weed trees were removed on both the millpond and alley sides. Headstones reappeared as sumac was chopped […]
The thought of a new season is awe-inspiring. Buds ready to burst, photosynthesis revitalizing the green lawns, flower bulbs exposing their wonderful, vibrant colors and the Society developing new technology to assist others in seeing our great community in its different colors of earlier times.
