Project Grant MN255461OMS24
Award Date
7/1/24
Completion Date
6/30/25
Dollars Obligated
$278K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Awardee
Koniag, Inc. (DRDKNY4L1T33)
Federal Grant Program
45.308
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Anchorage, AK 99503, USA
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