Project Grant MA249181OMS21
Award Date
9/1/21
Completion Date
8/31/24
Dollars Obligated
$831K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.301
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Milwaukee, WI 53202, USA
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