Scopes Trial Fun Facts
William Jennings Bryan: Bryan was a three-time Democratic presidential candidate and former secretary of state who argued for the prosecution.
Clarence Darrow: Darrow was the foremost defense attorney in America and well known for the Leopold and Loeb murder case. He represented Scopes along with two ACLU attorneys. For more information, visit Scopes100.com.
A trial to sing about?The 1925 Scopes Trial was just that, inspiring more than a dozen popular songs, several of which would have topped the “Hot 100” charts ...
Let’s all go to the Scopes Trial play!The Destiny in Dayton cast is getting ready for next week’s debut of the 2026 edition of the Scopes Trial dramatization at the Rhea Coun...
Courtroom drama, insults, humor and an argument that has... See for yourself how the parental rights/government control argument entered the public consciousness during the Scopes Trial in 1925 – ...
TN250 Bash Rhea County KickoffNokian Tyres Summer Nights concert series was a huge success this year, attracting hundreds of music lovers on Friday nights in June. We...
Scopes Trial Play: Destiny in DaytonRead More
Jul 24, 2026
7:00 PM EDT
1475 Market Street
Dayton, TN 37321
Scopes Trial Play: Destiny in DaytonRead More
Jul 25, 2026
2:00 PM EDT
1475 Market Street
Dayton, TN 37321
