Project Grant MA253288OMS23
Award Date
9/1/23
Completion Date
8/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$341K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Awardee
Amazement Square (NX7KU8L8HM73)
Federal Grant Program
45.301
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Lynchburg, VA 24504, USA
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