The Augusta Museum of History collects, preserves, and interprets history in relation to the past of Augusta and the Central Savannah River region for the education and enrichment of present and future generations. Founded in 1937, the Augusta Museum of History is Augusta's oldest historical agency devoted to the preservation and presentation of local and regional history. The not-for-profit institution functions as the steward of the community's rich, diverse, and invaluable material past. The museum curates the largest and most significant historical collection in the CSRA and functions as a historical research and resource center for professional and amateur historians, media, organizations, and individuals, and is home to the permanent exhibition "Augusta's Story," a 12,000-year journey through the region's past. The African American experience can be found throughout the Museum. Whether displays on Civil Rights, slavery, judges, athletes, nurses, of entertainers, the Museum embodies many people and places of the past and present. When presenting entertainers the Augusta Museum of History has the honor and privilege of having the only major exhibition of Mr. James Brown’s in the world. On display are his costume, artifacts, and ephemera, that celebrates the man, his music, and his legacy. A gallery has interactive audio/visual featurettes, and intimate imagery that crafts an experience that allows guests to get up close and personal with Mr. Brown’s performances, philanthropic, and musical genius. The Museum exhibits tell many stories that visitors can view throughout the galleries. Stories of the textile mills, waterways, the long history of the military, and, yes, golf. One significant exhibit is "Celebrating A Grand Tradition: The Sport of Golf." This exhibition explores who, where, and how the game of golf has evolved over the centuries, the technological advances made, the rich history of golf in the Augusta area, and the people that have made this game so very special for so many. Covering the evolution of the technology side of of the sport-golf balls, golf attire, golf clubs, and golf attire, to the golf courses and golf greats. All this awaits the visitor.

The James Brown Family Historical Tours run once a week on Saturdays from 11 a.m. until 12:45 p.m. The tour begins at the Augusta Museum of History. Along with a guide, the bus tour visit sites that are significant to the history of James Brown growing up and living in Augusta. Highlights include such sites as the elementary school that James Brown attended, the home where he lived as a child, businesses he owned, The James Brown Statue, The James Brown Arena and much more! Patrons also get the opportunity to see the largest exhibit of his memorabilia at The Augusta Museum of History following the tour.

Free and open to the public during daylight hours. This 2.5-acre park adjacent to Springfield Baptist Church celebrates the legacy and aspirations of the oldest black church in the United States and the community from which it sprang. Enjoy a timeline of the history of this area, a reflecting pool, bronze historical plaques and a 45-foot stainless-steel sculpture by Richard Hunt highlight the park. Please note: this is an outdoor walking experience with no staff or bathroom.