03/02/2026
hey👋🏻
A year ago this month, we hosted our very first event at The Dyer Vinton, so thought I'm due to introduce myself...
I'm Melissa Whelan. My husband, Brad and I purchased the church in October 2024. During the months between purchase and a year ago, we set forward to lovingly restore the 1867 building.
In addition to managing daily operations of the venue, I am a hospice social worker at Winneshiek Medical Center and own and operate PBM Creative, a photography business. I am a mother to 2 adults (who you will see around The Dyer Vinton, helping ol mom out) and mimi to 2 fabulous little ones who love to have dance parties here, at "papa's church". My goal is to provide a beautiful space for you to celebrate all of life's special moments.
Feel free to reach out and say hey yourself🫶