Project Grant MH0018003418
Award Date
8/1/18
Completion Date
3/31/21
Dollars Obligated
$89K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.309
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Ocala, FL 34471, USA
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