Project Grant MA251957OMS22
Award Date
9/1/22
Completion Date
8/30/25
Dollars Obligated
$890K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.301
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
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