Closed for the Labor Day Weekend Holiday
August 30 – September 2nd, 2019
Did you know that Brighton has had an African American community off Old 23 north of Spencer Road since 1919? Check out the early photos that show the cottages that came first and learn the early history of these families desiring a quite remote location on a lake.
These Detroiters purchased property on Lyons Lake located about 1/4 mile north of Spencer Road on the west side of today’s Old 23. At first these cottages were summer homes, but in later years many were converted to year-round homes. New construction is found here as in all areas of Brighton.
This informative exhibit will provide you with yet another story of the desirability of Brighton lake living.
CoBACH Center Hours:
Sunday-Friday, 5-8 pm
Saturday, 11 am-5 pm
Closed Monday
FREE Presentation on Camp Dibrova located on Maltby Road by Mira Stefaniuk. Learn about the quiet campgrounds under the canopy of oak trees that has been a summer retreat for many metro area families of Ukrainian descent for over 60 years.
Special FREE Presentation on DIBROVA in the Woods
Most people that travel Maltby Road have passed the gated area that says “DIBROVA” and wondered what is this?
Located west of Scanton Middle school on the south side surrounding Thomas Lake you will see a Trident mounted on the access gate. No reason to wonder anymore.
Myrosia Stefaniuk has spent summers there over the past 50+years and has written a book, Dibrova Diary. This details life behind the gates of this beautiful rustic woodlands. You will learn the history of this special place hidden under the canopy of mature oaks that is the summer retreat for many Ukrainians of metro Detroit.
Mira’s presentation on DIBROVA will be at the CoBACH Center, Sunday, September 29th from 1 to 2:15pm. Seating is limited to (45) guests.
Brighton High School Alumni Exhibit October, 2019
BHS Alumni Exhibit showcases photos and memorabilia from the good ol’ days at Brighton High School. Plan to visit and relive some of your best memories.
CoBACH Center Hours:
Sunday-Friday, 5-8 pm
Saturday, 11 am-5 pm
Closed Monday
“Letters Home” focuses on our nation’s heroes who sent letters back to mom and dad from the war zones. A perfect Veterans’ Day exhibit to recall the sacrifices our veterans made and the experiences shared in their letters.
CoBACH Center Hours:
Sunday-Friday, 5-8 pm
Saturday, 11 am-5 pm
Closed Monday
“The Nutcrackers” are showing their colors and unique looks. Wonderful opportunity to see the great little soldier folks of Christmas adorned in their uniforms.
Stop by and see cool old photos and information about Brighton’s most famous 20th century eatery located downtown on Grand River.
CoBACH Center Hours:
Sunday-Friday, 5-8 pm
Saturday, 11 am-5 pm
Closed Monday
CANCELLED!
Old Village Cemetery, Annual Clean-up
May 2, 2020 — 9am—12nn
Please join the Brighton Area Historical Society and the Brighton community for a morning of “civic pride” at the Old Village Cemetery. The debris from winter including broken branches and leaves are being removed to prepare the cemetery for the upcoming Memorial Day. There are (47) soldier graves and about (550) graves of the early fathers and mothers of Brighton. Each grave deserves a respectful appearance and your help is critical.
Jim Vichich
810.250.7276
President, Brighton Area Historical Society
Jvichich@comcast.net
Music in Brighton
Free Exhibit
CoBACH Center
202 West Main Street
Brighton, MI 48116
CoBACH Center Hours
Tuesday – Friday 5-8pm
Saturday 11am-5pm
Sunday 2-5pm