Project Grant ARPML250931OMLS22
Award Date
11/1/21
Completion Date
10/31/22
Dollars Obligated
$125K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Awardee
Barnes Foundation (Y918R35HUYA8)
Federal Grant Program
45.312
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Philadelphia, PA 19130, USA
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