James Brown is a friendly spirit in Augusta

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James Brown is a friendly spirit in Augusta

Getaway to Augusta, which still remembers the Godfather of Soul fondly.

THE GODFATHER OF SOUL, James Brown, is a kind spirit who looks over the city of Augusta. His statue attracts fans and onlookers.

YOU'LL SEE many of Brown's stage outfits on display at the Augusta Museum of History. (The exhibit is on display till May 2011.)

BROAD STREET in Augusta offers eateries, art galleries and more.

SIDEWALK DINING and people-watching on Broad Street are pleasant pastimes. Besides Nacho Mama's, other restaurants on Broad include Bee's Knees, Tap Tap, Blue Sky Kitchen and New Moon.

VISITORS COULD sign a card for Brown when the Augusta Museum of History exhibit opened.

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THE GODFATHER OF SOUL, James Brown, is a kind spirit who looks over the city of Augusta. His statue attracts fans and onlookers.

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