The Willkommen Committee of the New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce, along with Mayor Kathleen Backer, recently welcomed Inspire Weddings and Events with a special ribbon cutting ceremony.  Located in the former Ben Franklin building at 126 N. Minnesota, Brittany Jones and Melissa Ostrom have teamed up and renovated much of the building.  The main floor hosts a beautiful open space with chandelier lighting and the feel of excitement.  Two private rooms, one for the bride and one for the groom, are spacious and perfectly arranged.  Renovations to the roof-top level continues, with a large honeymoon suite, condominiums, and a separate restaurant.  Inspire has hosted events from weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, fundraisers, and is even the venue of choice for some upcoming proms.  To reserve your special day, contact Inspire at inspireweddingsandevents.com or by calling 507-382-9358. Congratulations on the opening!

In the photo: Bridget Whitney, Bank Midwest; Brittany Abraham, Windings; Melissa Ostrom and Brittany Jones, Inspire Weddings + Events; Ben Schoo, NU Surface; Sarah Warmka, Chamber of Commerce