August 6th - 10th | Chattanooga, TN
2025 marks the centennial anniversary of the famous Scopes Trial, which played a pivotal role in shaping the ongoing debate between evolution and creation in America. The battle for the hearts and minds of the nation continues, with evolution being promoted as a dogma in the educational and scientific communities, often without true scientific merit. Yet, as the church and faithful believers continue to rise, the time has come to use this anniversary to catalyze change and ignite a movement. The Institute for Creation Research (ICR) is poised to lead this charge by bringing together believers and scientists to expose the flaws in evolutionary theory and share the life-changing truth of biblical creation.
Join scientists and experts from Institute for Creation Research, as well as other leading authors, speakers, and historians as we look back on 100 years since this momentous event, and talk about the impact it had, and what we know now that Darrow and Bryan did not know.
Join scientists and experts from Institute for Creation Research, as well as other leading authors, speakers, and historians as we look back on 100 years since this momentous event, and talk about the impact it had, and what we know now that Darrow and Bryan did not know.
John T. scopes
Defendant
Defendant
Clarence Darrow
Defense Attorney
Defense Attorney
George Rappleyea
Chief instigator
Chief instigator
William J. Bryan
Prosecutor
Prosecutor
Join ICR Scientists and Experts, and Guest Speakers for a fun-filled and equipping event that examines new evidence overturning the case for evolution made at the 1925 Scopes Trial.
This unique event will combine educational field trips and tours at notable geological and historical sites in the Chattanooga and Dayton areas on the days leading up to the Friday conference hosted at the historic Rhea County Courthouse in Dayton, Tennessee.
Conference speakers include:
ICR Director of Research, Dr. Tim Clarey
Joined by guest speakers:
Dr. Michael P. Farris, Founder of Patrick Henry College
Josh Timonen, famed atheist Richard Dawkin's former right-hand man
ICR Director of Research, Dr. Tim Clarey
Joined by guest speakers:
Dr. Michael P. Farris, Founder of Patrick Henry College
Josh Timonen, famed atheist Richard Dawkin's former right-hand man
What
100 Years of Monkey Business
Where
Chattanooga
Tennessee REGION
Tennessee REGION
When
August 6th - 8th
2025
2025
Conference Speakers
ICR Director of Research, Dr. Tim Clarey be joined by guest speakers:
Michael Farris, Founder of Patrick Henry College
Josh Timonen, former atheist and assistant to the renowned Dr. Richard Dawkins
Michael Farris, Founder of Patrick Henry College
Josh Timonen, former atheist and assistant to the renowned Dr. Richard Dawkins
Director of Research, ICR
Dr. Tim Clarey received a Master of Science in Geology in 1984 from the University of Wyoming and a Master of Science in Hydrogeology in 1993 from Western Michigan University. His Ph.D. in Geology was received in 1996 from Western Michigan University. From 1984 to 1992, Dr. Clarey worked as an exploration geologist at Chevron USA, Inc., developing oil drilling prospects and analyzing assets and lease purchases. He was Full Professor and Geosciences Chair at Delta College in Michigan for 17 years before leaving in 2013 to join the science staff at the Institute for Creation Research.
Michael P. Farris, Ph.D.
Founder of Patrick Henry College and Home school Legal Defense Association
Michael Farris was founding president of both the Home School Legal Defense Association (1983) and Patrick Henry College (2000) and continues to serve as Chairman of the Board of HSLDA and Chancellor Emeritus of PHC. Farris served as the President and CEO of Alliance Defending Freedom from 2017 to 2022. In “semi-retirement,” he serves as General Counsel to the National Religious Broadcasters and consults with the Convention of States Project.
Mike was CEO of Alliance Defending Freedom while ADF served as co-counsel to the Attorney General of Mississippi for the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health which reversed Roe v. Wade.
Mike was CEO of Alliance Defending Freedom while ADF served as co-counsel to the Attorney General of Mississippi for the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health which reversed Roe v. Wade.
Josh Timonen
Former Atheist Activist and Founder of Bibles and Barbells
Josh Timonen was an evangelical atheist who worked closely with Richard Dawkins, Sam Harris, Christopher Hitchens, Michael Shermer and other well-known atheists in the late 2000s. He received a thank-you in Dawkins' The God Delusion, and a book dedication in Dawkins' The Greatest Show On Earth: The Evidence For Evolution. Josh filmed many prominent atheist videos at the time and created and managed RichardDawkins.net.
After separating from the atheist world, Josh was a "coasting atheist" for many years. But the events of 2020 pushed him to reevaluate his worldview, and reconsider the trust he had placed in scientific authority.
Later, Josh came to faith in Jesus Christ. After promoting atheism for many years, Josh is excited to use his skills to build God’s kingdom and reach those who might also have been misled into an atheistic worldview.
After separating from the atheist world, Josh was a "coasting atheist" for many years. But the events of 2020 pushed him to reevaluate his worldview, and reconsider the trust he had placed in scientific authority.
Later, Josh came to faith in Jesus Christ. After promoting atheism for many years, Josh is excited to use his skills to build God’s kingdom and reach those who might also have been misled into an atheistic worldview.
Field Trips in Chattanooga, Tennessee and surrounding areas
As part of this historic event, ICR will be offering guided field trips and tours, led by ICR Geologist, Dr. Tim Clarey.
Each field trip or tour is designed to showcase evidence for the Biblical account of origins and Flood geology, along with exploring historical sights relevant to the 1925 Scopes Trial.
Each field trip or tour is designed to showcase evidence for the Biblical account of origins and Flood geology, along with exploring historical sights relevant to the 1925 Scopes Trial.
Registration is set up for separate tickets for each field trip or tour, apart from registration for the conference. Choose from any or all of these activities and events!
Wednesday, August 6th
9:30 AM
Lost Sea Cave underground adventure
140 Lost Sea Rd. Sweetwater, TN 37874
140 Lost Sea Rd. Sweetwater, TN 37874
Join ICR Geologist, Dr. Tim Clarey on an underground adventure, as we tour the magnificent and mysterious Lost Sea Cave, located in Sweetwater, Tennesee. Take a 3/4 mile boat ride 140 feet underground on America's largest underground lake, as you explore the Craighead Caverns geology and history. Expect this tour to last approximately 90 minutes.
8:00 PM
Ruby Falls Private Tour
1720 S. Scenic Hwy. Chattanooga, TN 37409
1720 S. Scenic Hwy. Chattanooga, TN 37409
Spend the evening experiencing the beautiful Ruby Falls in a private tour with ICR Geologist, Dr. Tim Clarey. Located on Chattanooga's famed Lookout Mountain, Ruby Falls is the tallest underground falls open to the public in the United States. This is your chance to see this marvel in a more relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere than you might with the crowds of a normal day. Plan to spend about 90 minutes on this tour.
Thursday, August 7th
3:00 PM
Rock City Gardens
400 Patten Rd. Lookout Mountain, GA 30750
400 Patten Rd. Lookout Mountain, GA 30750
Spend the afternoon with ICR Geologist Dr. Tim Clarey, and fellow champions of creation at the Rock City Gardens, where you can see 7 states from Lover's Leap, be up close to layer upon layer of evidence of a Global Flood, see beautiful waterfalls, and walk through beautiful gardens.
Friday, August 8th
Scopes Trial: 100 Years Later | Rhea County Courthouse
1475 Market St. Dayton, TN 37321
1475 Market St. Dayton, TN 37321
Conference Schedule
Visit the historic site of the famous Scopes "Monkey" Trial at the Rhea County Courthouse in Dayton, Tennessee. As part of this event, sections of the Scopes Trial transcript will be read and commented on, and a time of prayer for our nation's public education system and educators will take place. You will also get the opportunity to tour this historic courthouse and Scopes Trial museum on your own.
FRiday
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
Doors open - Registration Check In
Arrive by 9:00 a.m. to check-in
The first 50 attendees through the doors will receive a FREE ICR branded book bag!
The first 50 attendees through the doors will receive a FREE ICR branded book bag!
Friday
9:30 AM
9:30 AM
Welcome!
Friday
9:40 AM
9:40 AM
Session 1:
Dr. Michael P. Farris | "The Moral and Cultural Consequences of the Scopes Trial"
Dr. Michael P. Farris | "The Moral and Cultural Consequences of the Scopes Trial"
Friday
10:30 AM
10:30 AM
Break
Friday
10:45 AM
10:45 AM
Session 2:
Dr. Tim Clarey| "The Truth Of the Global Flood"
Dr. Tim Clarey| "The Truth Of the Global Flood"
Friday
11:30 AM
11:30 AM
Lunch Break
Click here for a map to nearby restaurants
Click here for a map to nearby restaurants
Friday
1:00 PM
1:00 PM
Session 3:
Mr. Josh Timonen | "Backstage Pass to Evolution"
Mr. Josh Timonen | "Backstage Pass to Evolution"
Friday
1:50 PM
1:50 PM
Break
Friday
2:10 PM
2:10 PM
Session 4:
Dr. Tim Clarey| "Revealing the Secrets of the Fossils"
Dr. Tim Clarey| "Revealing the Secrets of the Fossils"
Friday
3:00 PM
3:00 PM
Q&A Session with Speakers
Friday
3:30 PM
3:30 PM
Wrap up and dismissal
Hotels and Accommodations
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