The Jane Austen Society of North America is dedicated to the enjoyment and appreciation of Jane Austen and her writing. 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.

The Metropolitan Kansas City Region covers western Missouri and the entire state of Kansas. We have nearly 100 members who come together throughout the year to celebrate 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.

Upcoming Events

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    Jane Austen and Her Life by Devoney Looser

    The delightful Devoney Looser, author and Professor at Arizona State University, will be zooming with us on Saturday, May 18, 2024, from 2:00-4:00 P.M.  Devoney will be discussing Jane Austen and her life based on the Great Courses series in which she participated.  Co-Regional Coordinator Christie Kennard and Past Regional Coordinator Jenni Frangos will be leading […]

    May 18, 2024 2:00 pm

  • Dorice Elliott Presents

      On Saturday, June 22, 2024, Dorice Elliott presents “Sir Walter Scott and Jane Austen” at the Logan Conference Room, Johnson County Library Central Resource Branch, 9875 W. 87th St., Overland Park, KS  66212.  Co-RC Christie Kennard will be sending more information on this event.

    June 22, 2024 2:00 pm

  • “Jane Austen, A Life” by Claire Tomalin

    “Jane Austen, A Life” by Claire Tomalin is the renowned biography that will be discussed at our One About Jane meeting on Saturday, July 13, 2024, from 2:00-4:00 P.M., in the Large Meeting Room of the Plaza Library.  Your Co-RCs will be leading the discussion.  Leah has four of these hard-to-find paperbacks left (if you […]

    July 13, 2024 2:00 pm

  • The Reluctant Widow by Georgette Heyer

      If you are unaware of the delightful Regency world of Georgette Heyer and her books, you can become entertainingly aware through reading The Reluctant Widow and joining the discussion at Gaye Stevick Foutch’s lovely Liberty home on Saturday, August 3, 2024, from 2:00-4:00 P.M.  She and Valerie Hodges Sporn will host and lead our […]

    August 3, 2024 2:00 pm