Celebrating the Life and Legacy
In 2025 we'll mark the 250th birthday of Jane Austen—a literary icon who continues to entertain, delight, and inspire generations of readers. Join us as we celebrate her timeless works, remarkable life, and enduring legacy throughout the year with special events, activities, online tributes, and more.
Jane Austen’s Far-Reaching Influence
Unexpectedly Austen
A collection of tributes and reflections on Jane Austen and her work from notable public figures. We'll share more throughout 2025 as we celebrate Austen’s 250th birthday.
Austen at 250: "No check to my Genius from beginning to end"
JASNA 2025 AGM: Save the Date
JASNA members will gather for our annual conference Oct. 10-12 in Baltimore, MD, to celebrate the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth. Join us as we explore the essence and genius of Jane Austen!
Limited-Time Offer
Free Student Membership
We're celebrating the anniversary of Jane Austen’s 250th birthday this year with a special offer for the next generation of Austen fans and scholars. Student Memberships are free through December 31, 2025!
The JASNA Post
February 7, 2025
Jane Austen in the Garden: A Visit with Kim Wilson
The garden may be where Charlotte sends Mr. Collins when she tires of him, but for many of Jane Austen's heroines, it's a place of repose and reflection.
January 9, 2025
A Close Look at Austen's Genius: A Visit with
John Mullan
Happy 2025! This year marks Jane Austen's 250th birthday, and we are delighted to kick off the celebration with professor and author John Mullan as our guest.
December 5, 2024
Adapting Austen:
A Visit with Andrew Davies
In this episode we chat with the man who gave us the 1995 BBC adaptation of Pride and Prejudice—for many, the definitive Austen adaptation.
NEW: Jane Austen in the Garden: A Visit with Kim Wilson
Listen to Our Podcast
Our monthly podcast, Austen Chat, offers the company of clever, well-informed guests, who have a great deal of conversation!
Providing Context
Austen's World Up Close
JASNA members share their expertise in short videos that shine a light on aspects of life in Jane Austen's world.
JASNA Members on Jane Austen
Austen's Enduring Appeal
Why does Jane Austen inspire legions of admirers? JASNA members offer their thoughts in this video.
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