Brighton Heights

1. Cross the Davis Avenue Pedestrian Bridge to Riverview Park

Rebuilt to seamlessly reconnect the community, this sleek pedestrian and bike gateway provides direct, effortless entry from Brighton Heights right into the sprawling trail networks, mature woods, and hillsides of historic Riverview Park. It’s a premier route for local runners and cyclists seeking an immediate escape into nature.

2. Unwind at St. John's Green

This meticulously planned, three-acre inclusive park is a model for local sustainability. at St. John's Green, Wander along paved walking paths, admire the blooming native plants in the rain garden, or see what is growing in the volunteer-tended Brighton Heights Community Garden.

3. Reflect at Legion Memorial Park

Located at the central crossroads of Brighton Road, Shadeland Avenue, and Davis Avenue, this historic green space features mature canopy trees that transform beautifully with the seasons. At the heart of Legion Memorial Park stands a powerful 1922 bronze monument sculpted by Allen George Newman, offering a peaceful, contemplative spot right in the center of the neighborhood.

4. Catch a Neighborhood Summer Series Event

If you visit between May and October, head to the central park grounds to experience the true heart of the community. The monthly Summer Series gatherings assemble regional food trucks, hyper-local craft vendors, and live musical talent for an open-air celebration enjoyed by hundreds of residents.

5. Tour Historic Early 20th-Century Architecture

Brighton Heights is an architectural treasure trove featuring beautifully preserved brick and stone homes boasting ornate woodwork and timeless stained-glass windows. While beautiful to tour on foot any day of the year, the landmark Annual Brighton Heights House and Garden Tour opens up these residential masterpieces to the public every summer.