1968 Map of Brighton

Evidence of the area's mid-century growth is visible in the emergence of the Mt Brighton Ski Area and the several trailer parks and recreational camps, such as the City of Detroit Recreation Camp. Older community roots are preserved in local landmarks like Birkenstock Sch and numerous burial grounds including Chilson Cem and St George Cem. This survey captures the county before the full acceleration of suburban sprawl, showing a transition from rural nurseries like the Southern Michigan State Forest Nursery toward a lakeside residential and resort economy.