The Scopes trial, originally called "the Trial of the
Century," took place in a small eastern Tennessee town called Dayton. Located
in Rhea County, Dayton had a population of just 1800 people. This unlikely
location was the setting for the May 25th 1925 trial of John T. Scopes for
violating what was generally known as the anti-evolution statute of that state.
The original characters in the trial included Clarence Darrow, William Jennings
Bryan and members from the press from around the country. The most known movie
version of the trial, Inherit the Wind, was released in 1960 starring Spencer
Tracy, Fredrick March, Gene Kelly and Dick York. Although this movie is mostly
fictional, participants are strongly encouraged to screen this film before the
presentation for the best experience.
Purpose: Learn more about the Scopes/Monkey trial
Facilitator: Tom Lemon |
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