Project Grant MA253012OMS23
Award Date
9/1/23
Completion Date
8/30/26
Dollars Obligated
$769K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.301
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
LOS RANCHOS DE ABQ, NM 87107, USA
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