Project Grant MH0019001719
Award Date
9/1/19
Completion Date
8/31/23
Dollars Obligated
$485K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.309
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Sumner, MS 38957, USA
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