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Ray Charles collection comes to Smithsonian

Joe Adams, Ray Charles' long-time friend and manager, will present the Smithsonian museum with a braille keyboard, sunglasses, chess set, costumes and other memorabilia reflecting the storied career of musician Ray Charles. These objects tell the story of Charles' music career and will enhance the museum's collection of objects illustrating how people contend with their disabilities.
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