There is so much to love about Wilmington. The one thing I really love is that all the people that are so negative leaving comments about projects like only represent a small portion of Wilmington. I'm so glad that not everyone is as negative as you guys. There should actually be a list made of all the people that can't stop talking negative about this project. Then at the door of the Convention Center if you're on the list, your not admitted in....because if the project is a success, I'm sure you'll be the first to say "I'm so glad they built this". I also disagree with the "I'm a native and know better statements." If the natives of Wilmington cared so much about this City, then why does so much of the city need to be cleaned up. Sewers are bad. Streets need repaired. A large part of the historic buildings have been razed. Huge population living in public housing. Crime in low-income area. The city is going to grow if you like it or not. If you really think things are that bad....the stop leaving comments on here and call Uhaul. Wilmington is a great place...and great things are gonna happen in the city.