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State College of Florida to Host Author A'Lelia Bundles on March 2
Bundles will discuss her latest biography on her great-grandmother, A'Lelia Walker, and the Harlem Renaissance.
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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A'Lelia Bundles, author and former journalist, will speak about her latest biography 'Joy Goddess: A'Lelia Walker and the Harlem Renaissance' at the State College of Florida Bradenton campus on March 2. The free event is presented by the Family Heritage House Museum, The Links Bradenton/Sarasota Chapter, and the Association for the Study of African American Life and History Manasota Branch.
Why it matters
Bundles' discussion will explore the influence and legacy of her great-grandmother A'Lelia Walker, an heiress and socialite who helped shape the Harlem Renaissance culture through her hair salons and social gatherings. The event highlights the importance of women's history, entrepreneurship, and the power of storytelling.
The details
Bundles will speak from 10 a.m. to noon on March 2 at the SCF Bradenton campus. The first 50 students with valid IDs will receive a free copy of the book, and a light breakfast will be served.
- The event will take place on Monday, March 2, 2026.
- Bundles will speak from 10 a.m. to noon.
The players
A'Lelia Bundles
An author and award-winning former journalist who will speak about her latest biography 'Joy Goddess: A'Lelia Walker and the Harlem Renaissance'.
A'Lelia Walker
Bundles' great-grandmother, an heiress and socialite whose hair salons and social gatherings helped shape the Harlem Renaissance culture.
Family Heritage House Museum at SCF
One of the organizations presenting the event.
The Links Bradenton/Sarasota Chapter
One of the organizations presenting the event.
Association for the Study of African American Life and History Manasota Branch
One of the organizations presenting the event.
What’s next
The first 50 students who attend and show a valid student ID card will receive a free copy of the book.
The takeaway
This event highlights the importance of celebrating women's history, entrepreneurship, and the power of storytelling, as exemplified by A'Lelia Walker's influential role in shaping the Harlem Renaissance culture.
