Our Story
Nestled in the heart of downtown Delano, The Jerome is a living piece of history—originally built in 1905 as the Delano Co-op building. Over the decades, the space served the community in many forms, including as a Ford dealership and auto repair shop. Eventually, the building was closed to the public, its potential hidden behind years of dust and decay.
A Seven-Year Labor of Love
Before the current owners began operating The Jerome Event Center, longtime Delano resident and general contractor Dale, along with his wife Lynn, poured their hearts into meticulously restoring the building — uncovering its original craftsmanship and character, room by room.
Beams, columns, and joists were stripped, cleaned, and reinstalled to reveal their original beauty.
Tin ceilings were painstakingly removed, each tile scrubbed by hand, and returned to its rightful place.
Historic plaster was gently repaired and preserved.
Along the way, the team unearthed special pieces of the building’s past—including two signatures from 1905, signed by Leo Hanesmann, a distant relative of Dale’s. These treasured details now proudly remain on display.
A Space Reborn
The restoration wasn’t just about the building — it was about community. The vision was to create a place where friends, families, and businesses could come together and make new memories. Today, we love honoring the building’s story while elevating it with modern elegance — creating a one-of-a-kind venue for weddings, celebrations, and corporate events for years to come.
A New Chapter Begins
In September 2019, after years of dedicated craftsmanship, The Jerome officially opened its doors. Today, the venue continues to shine as one of the region’s most sought-after spaces—where timeless architecture meets heartfelt celebration, and every event becomes part of the story.