Project Grant MN253536OMS23
Award Date
7/1/23
Completion Date
6/30/26
Dollars Obligated
$217K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.308
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Honolulu, HI 96813, USA
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