Richfield Brothers of the Brush
Two hundred years ago, it was common for men to have beards and/or mustaches. For Richfield’s Bicentennial, Richfield men are encouraged to identify with their male brethren of earlier times by joining the Richfield “Brothers of the Brush”.
Commencing January 1st, 2009, Richfield men who become Brothers of the Brush will allow their facial hairs to grow in splendor. Participants may compete in a beard/mustache competition with judging taking place at Bicentennial events during Community Day weekend. Categories will be established, such as longest beard, best trimmed, most colorful, etc.
Brothers of the Brush was a successful activity in the Sesquicentennial celebration in 1959 and the Sesquicentennial plus 25 celebration in 1984. Brothers of the Brush registrants will be provided a button which will denote their participation; men who choose not to participate will have the option of obtaining a “Shaving Permit”. A small fee will be charged with the proceeds going to the Bicentennial Committee of the Richfield Historical Society.
Additional details will be provided at a later date.
