Project Grant MA249551OMS21
Award Date
9/1/21
Completion Date
9/30/22
Dollars Obligated
$395K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Awardee
Denver Art Museum (E91CKBMFL1E8)
Federal Grant Program
45.301
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Denver, CO 80204, USA
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