Project Grant MA1018011418
Award Date
11/1/18
Completion Date
10/31/22
Dollars Obligated
$357K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.301
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Seattle, WA 98109, USA
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