James Brown in the 1960s

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The Augusta Museum of History features an extensive trove of James Brown memorabilia. Photo courtesy of the museum.

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This is where James Brown went to elementary school. Photo: Jennifer Brett

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Chadwick Boseman played James Brown in "Get On Up."

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Plenty of free activities for kids are part of the Peachtree Corners Festival on Saturday and Sunday, including bubble fun, sand art and face painting. (Courtesy of Peachtree Corners Festival)

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Julian Conley listens during opening statements in his trial at Fulton County Superior Court in Atlanta on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. The 25-year-old is accused of fatally shooting 8-year-old Secoriea Turner in July 2020. (Abbey Cutrer/AJC)

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