The BAHS Board of Directors elected a different president at the March Annual Meeting for the first time in (18) years. Long serving president, Jim Vichich, decided the timing was right to step down from the role of president and not to run again in 2025. Jim will continue as a Director on the BAHS […]
The Brighton Area Historical Society, in proud partnership with the Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce and Trinity Health, invites you to a heartfelt celebration: Mellus Hospital Heritage Day! We will walk through time, chat with historians, guided tours, learn about the rich history of Mellus. Light refreshments, personalized gift included in the registration fee. Join us as […]
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 […]
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These two BAHS members were recognized for their contributions to the Brighton area. They were inducted into the Brighton Area Women’s History Roll of Honor at a recent ceremony held at the Brighton District Library. The first Brighton area celebration of women’s accomplishments took place in March of 2002. Kate Lowry is a lifelong resident […]
During a visit to the downtown Millpond area, visit the (15) Brighton Victorian Silhouettes. These life-size, two dimensional, color figures was a joint project of the Brighton Area Historical Society and the Brighton Art Guild in 2017 for Brighton’s 150th Anniversary. Each historical figure from Brighton’s past has an attached biography board telling you the […]
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 […]
