Project Grant ME245495OMS20
Award Date
9/1/20
Completion Date
8/31/23
Dollars Obligated
$542K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.301
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Seattle, WA 98109, USA
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