The Conflict Between Religion and Evolution

An overview of the American debate over evolution.

Social and Legal Dimensions

The battle over evolution has been largely fought in courtrooms.

Darwin and His Theory of Evolution

At first glance, Charles Darwin seems an unlikely revolutionary.

Religious Groups’ Official Positions on Evolution

A breakdown of 13 major religious groups’ views on evolution.

Evolution: A Timeline

This timeline highlights key events in the debate surrounding evolution.

Religious Differences on the Question of Evolution

The Pew Forum’s U.S. Religious Landscape Survey found that views on evolution differ widely across religious groups.

Fighting Over Darwin, State by State

A review of battles over whether – or how – public school students should learn about evolution and the origins of life.