Project Grant MA255777OMS24
Award Date
9/1/24
Completion Date
8/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$499K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Awardee
City Lore Inc. (GG1KB6MV6943)
Federal Grant Program
45.301
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
New York, NY 10003, USA
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