Project Grant MA2017041117
Award Date
10/1/17
Completion Date
9/30/19
Dollars Obligated
$413K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.301
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
St Paul, MN 55102, USA
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