Thank You to everyone who joined us for
A Delightful Afternoon of Tea, Culture and Conversation
on
Sunday, 5th October 2025
at
The Randolph Hotel
to celebrate the Life and Legacy of Alain LeRoy Locke
Alain LeRoy Locke (1885–1954)—the first Black Rhodes Scholar, celebrated philosopher, and intellectual architect of the Harlem Renaissance.
Locke, originally matriculated at Hertford College,1907. He later resided on Beaumont Street, just steps away from The Randolph. Known for his impeccable style, dubbed a Dandy, and with a love of refined spaces, he would have undoubtedly frequented The Randolph Hotel during his time in Oxford.
Those Who Missed It Missed a Treat!
What a truly delightful event it was. The room was filled with lively conversation, laughter, and an incredible sense of community.
For those who couldn’t join us, you truly missed a superb event, but not all is lost!
We’ve captured some of the best moments on film.
The video offers a glimpse of the atmosphere, the smiles, and the sense of occasion that made the afternoon so memorable.
Harley and Locke:
A Story of Friendship and Legacy
During the event, I explored the remarkable life of Alain LeRoy Locke, as noted in the presentation, Locke’s only Black friend during their time at Harvard University was James Arthur Harley, the subject of my book,
The Adventures of a Black Edwardian Intellectual: The Story of James Arthur Harley.
For those of you eager to learn more about Locke, my book also features Alain Locke’s story, tracing his journey from Harvard to Oxford and the foundation of the Harlem Renaissance.
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