“…in whatever way in your life, in your work, kind of add the lens of language to how you're seeing environments and situations… we live in still a fundamentally multilingual world, very much a multilingual city and state, and of course it can seem like it's a challenge but also it's a huge opportunity — something to kind of embrace and value and wonder at. So I I hope some sense of wonder also kind of emerges through Language City.”

The Preservation League of New York State is excited to announce that the 2025 Pillar of New York Awards Gala will take place on Monday, May 19, at the iconic Rainbow Room in New York City. This prestigious gathering will shine a spotlight on the incredible contributions of Roberta Brandes Gratz, a passionate advocate for historic preservation and urban revitalization. Gratz has demonstrated unparalleled commitment to advancing historic preservation efforts, making her an ideal recipient of this statewide recognition.