Name: 250th Anniversary of the birth Jane Austen
Start: 2025-10-05T01:00:00+10:30
End: 2025-10-08T07:00:00+10:30
Location: 631 Glynburn Road, Beaumont, SA, Australia, South Australia 5066

250th Anniversary of the birth Jane Austen

BEFORE BRIDGERTON THERE WAS JANE AUSTEN, a true Regency Period novelist. Sunday 5th October - Wednesday 8th October 11am to 5pm
Displays of original and beautifully recreated costumes of the Georgian and Regency eras - accessories include fans, jewellery and fashion plates of the time.
Quilts on display inspired by the original quilt made by Jane Austen, her sister and mother in Chawton House Museum, Hampshire, UK.
Detailed miniature scenes illustrating Austen’s novels. Textiles, porcelain and print material of the era and much more. Meet members of Victoriana Society of SA in costume and “The Jane Austen Society”.
Informative talk sessions on many aspects of Austen’s life and work.
Music transcribed and performed by Professor Gillian Dooley, from Jane Austen’s original sheet music.
We invite you to don your best Georgian or Regency inspired attire (or come in full Bridgerton bling), to view the exhibits and wander through the charming gardens for a photo opportunity.
Explore Beaumont House and gardens and enjoy teas (extra cost) on the verandah.
Admission: Adult $15, Conc/Snr $12, Child $10, Teas $10pp – cash or card at the door
Enquiries/Bookings: – Chris h.8362 3036 m.0411 036 491 [email protected]
All proceeds to support much-needed restoration of National Trust’s historic Beaumont House.
Organized by volunteers from Victoriana Society of SA and Burnside Branch, NTSA