The Jane Austen Society of North America is a non-profit organization staffed by volunteers and dedicated to the enjoyment and appreciation of Jane Austen and her writing.
Vision: Because literature has the power to change and enrich our lives, we want to see more people reading the great authors, with special emphasis on Jane Austen.
Mission: Our mission is to foster among the widest number of readers the study, appreciation, and understanding of Jane Austen’s works, her life, and her genius.
Membership in JASNA is available at various levels, including student and family rates.
Membership includes:
- A subscription to JASNA News, the Society’s newsletter, which is published four times a year and includes news, feature articles, and book reviews;
- Our annual journal, Persuasions, a leading source for Austen studies;
- Membership in one or more of our regional groups;
- An opt-in email subscription to JASNA’s monthly e-bulletin and other timely announcements;
- An invitation to attend the Annual General Meeting, our members-only, three-day conference;
- Advance notice of tours to England tailored for JASNA members.
For more information, and to join, visit JASNA.
The Metropolitan Kansas City Region (founded in 1995) covers western Missouri and the entire state of Kansas. We have nearly 100 members who come together throughout the year to celebrate the genius of Jane Austen. Our group includes a wide range of ages and interests, from film buffs to scholars. No matter how you were first introduced to the author’s works, you’re welcome to join us and share our passion for all things Austen.
Area residents who join JASNA automatically become a part of JASNA-KC. Benefits of regional membership include:
- Monthly social events, ranging from lectures and workshops to trivia games and book discussions
- See our Social Events page for upcoming events, and our News page for a roundup of past events.
- Our annual Box Hill Picnic in June and Jane Austen Birthday Tea in December
- Access to our Lending Library
Click here to read our region’s BYLAWS.
Click here to browse our Lending Library.