Scopes Trial/Historical Resources

Bryan College has a rich tradition rooted in the history of William Jennings Bryan and his involvement in the Scopes Trial.

During his visit to Dayton in 1925 for the Scopes Evolution Trial, Mr. Bryan (1860-1925) expressed the wish that a prep school and junior college for men might be established on one of Dayton's scenic hills. Following Mr. Bryan's death in Dayton on July 26, 1925, a memorial association with a national membership was formed to establish in Dayton an educational institution in his honor.

For more information on the history of William Jennings Bryan, the Scopes Trial, or Bryan College, explore our articles.