The League celebrated honorees who have made remarkable commitments to historic preservation; nonprofit organizations, state parks and cultural programs throughout New York State. They were honored for their singular accomplishments at historic Grasmere Farm in Rhinebeck.
J. Winthrop Aldrich is a leader and crucial strategist at the local, state and national level, from his pivotal role in establishing the Hudson River National Historic Landmark District to his service as Deputy Commissioner for Historic Preservation for the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.
Anne and Thomas Older, dedicated supporters of Glimmerglass Opera and the Albany Symphony Orchestra are also longtime advocates of historic preservation in the City of Albany. Anne has served as trustee and chair of the Preservation League and continues her work with the League as Chair Emeritus.
Tania Werbizky has helped countless New Yorkers save the meaningful places in their communities in her role as Director of Technical and Grant Programs at the League. Tania was the first employee of the Preservation League's Technical Services Program in 1989 and she built partnerships that launched many of the League's most successful programs.