| Full Name |
Alain LeRoy Locke |
| Date of Birth |
13 September 1885 |
| Place of Birth |
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Date of Death |
9 June 1954 |
| Place of Death |
New York City, New York, USA |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence |
United States |
| Education |
Harvard University, University of Oxford |
| Profession |
Philosopher, Writer, Educator, Critic |
| Years of Activity |
Early 20th Century - Mid 20th Century |
| Brief Information |
Alain Locke was a prominent philosopher and writer, often considered the "Dean" of the Harlem Renaissance. He championed African American art, literature, and culture, advocating for a new black aesthetic. His anthology "The New Negro" (1925) was a seminal work that defined and celebrated the era's artistic and intellectual achievements. |