Project Grant MA253013OMS23
Award Date
9/1/23
Completion Date
4/30/25
Dollars Obligated
$225K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.301
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Waycross, GA, USA
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