Project Grant MH249065OMS21
Award Date
7/1/21
Completion Date
6/30/23
Dollars Obligated
$510K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.309
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
San Francisco, CA 94105, USA
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