Begins in fall 1998. Notwithstanding the civic pride and glitz that will surround the new convention center's opening Friday, this is no sure thing. The business of luring conventions is highly competitive. Supply may be outstripping demand. And Milwaukee, while improving its standing with the new center, still operates with disadvantages in some important areas.
Early indications look good.
A spate of restaurant and hotel projects has accompanied the Midwest Express Center's construction. Convention bookings are on track to show healthy increases beginning in 2000. And the big new box is not the only game in town. Multimedia Gallery Follow the construction of the Midwest Express Center, meet an artist and take a video tour. All rights reserved.