Southeast Tennessee Tourism Association: Attractions

Scopes Trial Museum & Rhea County Courthouse
Dayton

Rhea County Courthouse
1475 Market Street
Dayton, TN
423-775-7801

Site of the Scopes Trial. In addition to containing the courtroom where the infamous trial took place, the courthouse has a Scopes Museum that includes exhibits related to the trial and local history. The courthouse is a National Historic Landmark. A dramatic reenactment based on transcripts of the trial is performed during the third week of July. Contact the Dayton Chamber of Commerce for dates and tickets. Admission is FREE to the courthouse and museum.
Open Monday - Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Guided tours are offered 9am to 1pm, Monday - Friday. Closed Weekends.

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