Discover Brighton

Brighton offers a range of ways to spend your stay: art in the town centre, historic sites, family activities, and trails and natural areas in the town and the wider region. When choosing accommodation, you can consider whether culture, leisure activities or time outdoors is a priority for your trip.

Art and Culture in Brighton

The BACC Sculpture Garden features artworks by local artists. The garden is located on East Main Street, and a map is available for a self-guided tour. Another way to discover sculptures is the Brighton Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit: more than 30 outdoor sculptures can be seen throughout the town centre, including 19 permanent works. The Brighton Arts and Culture Commission coordinates the exhibit and selects rotating sculptures by artists from Michigan.

Built in 1879, the CoBACH Center is Brighton’s hub for art, culture and history. Visitors can enjoy rotating historical exhibits, concerts, artistic presentations and events there. Those interested in a variety of cultural offerings will find an option at a dedicated cultural centre alongside the public sculpture exhibit.

Town History and Historic Sites

Brighton’s Old Village Cemetery offers a self-guided tour of its gravesites. The first burial in the cemetery took place in 1838, and the site documents Brighton’s historical development. Preserved graves include those of notable local and state figures, as well as well-known political figures. The cemetery is also the burial place of 45 Civil War veterans and 2 World War II veterans. The range of names and groups makes the cemetery an interesting destination for travellers who want to explore local history and the people connected with the town.

Trails, Parks and Nature in Town

A half-mile nature trail runs along Mill Pond in the town centre. The AMP at Brighton Mill Pond hosts musical events year-round and includes a paved boardwalk around Mill Pond. The walking area around the pond is part of the Downtown Social District. These details offer different points of interest for visitors who would like to include a walk or cultural event in their trip.

Kissane Park and the Brighton Imagination Station each offer their own recreational opportunities. Kissane Park has a climbing structure, swings, a slide, seating areas and an open grassy area. For trips with children, these specific park features may be a consideration when choosing activities. The Imagination Station is a 10,000-square-foot playground in central Brighton and a free attraction.

The Charles and Albert Parker Families Nature Preserve is a 4.5-acre natural area along Charles Orndorf Drive, protected by a permanent conservation easement. Work at the preserve included the existing Hillside Trail and the new Woodland Loop Trail. This smaller natural area is distinct from the recreational offerings at Mill Pond and in the parks.

Market Visits and Excursions in the Wider Area

From May through October, the Brighton Farmers’ Market takes place every Saturday in the town centre. Local vendors sell fresh produce, baked goods and handmade crafts there. Its regular day of the week and seasonal schedule make it easy to plan a market visit as part of your stay.

In the wider region, Island Lake Recreation Area includes four inland lakes, the Huron River and 4,000 acres of scenic state land. Activities offered there include mountain biking, paddling, hiking, swimming and fishing. A paved out-and-back trail is four miles long and connects to the Kensington Metropark Bike Trail and the Huron Valley Trail; these trails are paved too. Information about the length and surface gives you practical guidance when choosing a route or activity for an excursion in the wider area.

For the broader travel overview: Livingston.