Project Grant ARPML250878OMLS22
Award Date
11/1/21
Completion Date
10/31/22
Dollars Obligated
$100K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.312
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Dockweiler, CA 90007, USA
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