Project Grant LG0019029219
Award Date
8/1/19
Completion Date
8/31/23
Dollars Obligated
$541K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.312
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Madison, WI 53715, USA
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