Project Grant MA255662OMS24
Award Date
9/1/24
Completion Date
8/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$506K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.301
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
New York, NY 10002, USA
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