Project Grant CAGML248279OMLS21
Award Date
9/1/21
Completion Date
8/31/22
Dollars Obligated
$186K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.312
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
New York, NY 10065, USA
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