Project Grant NAE256741OLS24
Award Date
9/1/24
Completion Date
8/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$150K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.311
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Mt Pleasant, MI 48858, USA
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