Project Grant MA255944OMS24
Award Date
9/1/24
Completion Date
8/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$506K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.301
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Brentwood, NC 27604, USA
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