Project Grant MH0018000118
Award Date
8/1/18
Completion Date
7/31/20
Dollars Obligated
$97K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.309
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Tacoma, WA 98405, USA
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