Barbaralee Diamonstein-Spielvogel | |
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Born | New York City, U.S.[1] | January 27, 1932
Years active | 1970s–present |
Known for | Historic Preservation, Political Activism |
Spouse | Carl Spielvogel (1981–2021) Alan A. Diamonstein (1956–1972) |
Barbaralee Diamonstein-Spielvogel (born January 27, 1932) is an American preservationist, historian, author, and television producer. She is an advocate for the preservation of the historic built environment and the arts.[2][3] She has worked in the fields of art, architecture, crafts, historic preservation, fashion, and public policy in the U.S. She is the author of 24 books, numerous articles and essays, and recipient of many honors and awards. She is a former White House Assistant, the first Director of Cultural Affairs in New York City, and the longest serving New York City Landmarks Preservation Commissioner.