Project Grant CAGML246759OMLS21
Award Date
9/1/21
Completion Date
8/31/23
Dollars Obligated
$211K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.312
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Cleveland, OH 44113, USA
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