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Rhea County, Tennessee | Scopes Centennial Celebration
Our History. Our Story.
March -July 2025
100 years ago, the town of Dayton captured the attention of the world through a misdemeanor trial that in many ways never ended. As we celebrate the centennial of the Scopes Trial, we invite you to investigate the resources we have here, and even better, visit Dayton and Rhea County and see for yourself.
Presented by:
The Scopes Trial Centennial celebration is presented by Bryan College, Rhea County Historical Society, Rhea Heritage Preservation Foundation, Rhea County Department of Tourism, and Rhea Economic and Community Development office.
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