Brighton, Wisconsin facts for kids

Brighton is a name used for a few different places in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. When you see a page like this, it means there are several places or things that share the same name. It helps you find exactly what you're looking for!

What are the Brightons in Wisconsin?

There are three main places named Brighton in Wisconsin:

• Brighton, Kenosha County, Wisconsin: This is a town located in Kenosha County. A "town" in Wisconsin is a type of local government area, similar to a township in other states.
• Brighton (community), Kenosha County, Wisconsin: This is an unincorporated community. An unincorporated community is a group of homes or businesses that isn't officially part of a city or village. It's often located within a larger town or county.
• Brighton, Marathon County, Wisconsin: This is another town, but it's located in Marathon County, which is a different part of Wisconsin.

These places are separate and distinct, even though they share the same name.

Why do places have the same name?

Sometimes, different places end up with the same name for various reasons. It could be because settlers from the same original place named them, or simply because the name was popular at the time. This is why pages like this one, called "disambiguation pages," are helpful. They guide you to the specific location you're interested in.