Project Grant 21MP256386OMS24
Award Date
8/1/24
Completion Date
12/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$350K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.032
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Barre, VT 05641, USA
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