Project Grant MG256221OMS24
Award Date
9/1/24
Completion Date
8/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$1.5M
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.312
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Cincinnati, OH 45220, USA
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