Our Story
The Brighton Art Guild began in 1999 when a small group of artists and art supporters met at the Brighton District Library to discuss the formation of a visual arts organization for the Brighton area.
The goal was to benefit the artists and the community. A decision was made to canvass the community to determine the interest in such an undertaking.
Thirty artists attended the first open meeting in October 1999, and the Guild has met monthly since then. In 2001, the Guild received 501(c)(3) non-profit tax-exempt status from the IRS.
Shown here is the City of Brighton Arts, Culture, and History (CoBACH) Center at 202 W. Main in Brighton, where the Guild exhibits on the main floor and holds classes on the upper level.
Admission is free and hours vary.
General meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month at the Brighton District Library at 6:30 p.m. Please confirm meetings before attending, especially during holiday periods.
Mission Statement
The Brighton Art Guild's mission is to foster, encourage, and promote the expression of the visual arts, serving both artists and the community in the Brighton area. Founded in 1999, the guild supports local artists through fellowship and professional growth while enriching the community through art exhibitions, education, and events.
Meet The Team
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Bob Wollenhaupt
President 2025-2026
Amy Williams
Vice-President 2024-2026
Laura Perkovic
Treasurer, 2026-2027
Maureen Ray
Secretary, 2023-2025
Pamela Day
Board of Directors
2025-2027
Donna Engstrom
Board of Directors
2025-2027
Lisa DeLuca
Board of Directors
2023-2025
Sarah Hutubise
Board of Directors
2026-2027
You can reach any of the officers or directors by sending an email to brightonartguild@gmail.com
Officers & Directors other duties
Bob Wollenhaupt: Membership and Exhibit Coordinator
Amy Williams: Art at the Library Curator
Laura Perkovic: Treasurer
Maureen Ray: Secretary
Pamela Day: CoBACH Curator
Lisa DeLuca: Chamber of Commerce Curator
Donna Engstrom: Webmaster
Sarah Hurtubise:
Emeritus:
Jerry Hosier
John Wallbank
Emerita:
Betty MacLeod
Monthly Meet Up Speaker Program Coordinator: Dean Roger
Art in the Alley Co-Chair: Cheryl Chidester, brightonartguild@gmail.com