Project Grant MA253101OMS23
Award Date
9/1/23
Completion Date
8/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$432K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.301
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Philadelphia, PA 19147, USA
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