LOMA was founded with a passionate pursuit of the following characteristics which we feel are critical to creating a vibrant, creative community in Wilmington, Delaware.

Creativity
District becomes a magnet for our region's "Creative Class" of professionals.

Commerce
Density of quality design specialists brings cache to the LOMA address;

Culture
Street activity bustles day and night with outdoor dining and conversation;

Community
All are welcome; diversity of self-expression and of ideas is encouraged; spirit of citizenship prevails.

Buccini Pollin Group recently purchased Wilmington's historic Queen Theater,at 500 N. Market Street in LOMA. According to BPG's Market Street Director, Jackie Ivy, the historic landmark will be restored to its original theatrical / performance use. Stay tuned for more exciting details on this architectural gem!

The last time you could drive north and south on Market street, All in the Family was the top rated show, bell bottoms were in and Disco was heard crying "I'm not dead yet". Well now you can drive your Prius or Gremlin from Rodney Square through LOMA and back! The expanded traffic raises the visibility of LOMA’s shops to car riders. Be sure to crank up your ABBA 8-track as you pass through LOMA!

If you care about the chemicals you put on your clothes, your counters, your dishes, or your carpets (and we KNOW you do) then "Greener Cleaner Plus" is the place for you. They offer pick-up and delivery Dry Cleaning services throughout the Wilmington metro area, and their NEW retail boutique will open this Spring at 318 N. Market Street in LOMA. Looking for Seventh Generation, Ecover, or Method biodegradable cleaning products? They've got'em (a "PLUS" if we've ever heard one). Give them a try at 302-777-7444.

DCAD 11th Annual Student Exhibition
Curious about the hopes, dreams, and fears of Generation Y? Come get a sneak peak at the best of DCAD's student work - sure to stimulate a controversy or two over your next cup o joe. Exhibition runs now through December 17, 2007 at DCAD's gallery, 600 N. Market Street in LOMA. Gallery hours are M-F 9am-9pm and Saturday 10am-3pm.

The Archer Group, an internet marketing company located in LOMA, was recognized as one of three business in the State of Delaware as a 2007 Superstar in Business. The Archer Group’s work with LOMA was noted as one of the driving factors in the company earning this award.

Pittsburgh's 16:62 Design Zone is the city's interior design district, connecting the 16th Street Bridge to the 62nd Street Bridge. The eclectic boutiques and sidewalk cafes mix with charming architecture to create a haven for anyone who appreciates good design, local artistry, and sunshine on their face during a weekend stroll. As their website explains, "This creative mix of shops can be found in buildings that are as interesting as the products inside — from turn-of-the-century storefronts to creatively renovated warehouses." Now, where in Wilmington do we have this kind of potential... Market Street, anyone?

LOMA's steering committee and the City of Wilmington are committed to creating this sort of charming pedestrian community that members of the Creative Class can call "home" (and office). Our district runs from 6th to MLK straight down N. Market Street, and contains some of the finest mid-19th century architecture in the region. We are a grassroots organization of business owners, property owners, and city supporters.

Want to get involved? Contact any of the members via the links to the right.

Greetings from LOMA – Wilmington Delaware's Lower Market Design District – Connecting Creativity to Commerce.

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Interested in being a part of the LOMA community? Contact one of the following developers/realtors:

Streuver Bros. Eccles Rouse.
John Pezzulla – email
443-573-4000

Preservation Initiatives
Chris Winburn
302-658-0513 – email

GVA Smith Mack
Kelly Van Horn
302-472-8035 – email

The Commonwealth Group
Kevin M Quinn
302-472-7200 *322 – email

The Buccini/Pollin Group
Jackie Ivy
302-691-4069 – email

Committee Members
• The Archer Group
• The Buccini/Pollin Group
• City of Wilmington Office of Economic Development
• The Commonwealth Group
• Delaware College of Art & Design
• GVA Smith Mack
• Preservation Initiatives
• Streuver Bros. Eccles Rouse.
• Wilmington Main Street
• Wilmington Renaissance Corporation

Where is LOMA?
Visit us at: www.lomadistrict.org