Project Grant ME251494OMS22
Award Date
9/1/22
Completion Date
8/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$473K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.301
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Seattle, WA 98101, USA
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