Lori Zabar

Born on the Upper West Side, and a life-long New Yorker, Lori loved the art, architecture, and the dynamic culture of cities, but especially that of her beloved New York. Lori graduated from Barnard College, Columbia School of Architecture Historic Preservation Program, and NYU School of Law. She first practiced law, and then was the first Director of the NYC Historic Properties Fund at the New York Landmarks Conservancy. She then co-owned Kurland-Zabar antiques gallery with Catherine Kurland and was a researcher in the American Wing of The Metropolitan Museum of Art for many years. Lori is the author of numerous articles and two books: "Zabar's: A Family Story, with Recipes," and co- author of "American Portrait Miniatures in The Metropolitan Museum of Art." She curated the exhibition "Roaring into the Future: New York 1925-1935" at the Munson- Williams-Proctor Art Institute. Lori served on the Boards of Landmark West, Symphony Space, and the Preservation League of New York State, and was a member of the Century Association and Thursday Evening Club. Her paternal grandparents Louis and Lilian Zabar founded Zabar's, the Upper West Side gourmet food emporium. She is survived by her parents Judith and Stanley Zabar, her beloved husband Mark Mariscal, children Henry and Marguerite, siblings David Zabar and Dr. Sondra Zabar, and many dear relatives and friends. Lori was the consummate host, gathering friends from different walks of life for lively dinners in her home. She was a bright light that many were drawn to. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Lori's honor to The Preservation League of New York State.