Project Grant MA3017053117
Award Date
12/1/17
Completion Date
3/31/22
Dollars Obligated
$813K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.301
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA
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