Project Grant RE246368OLS20
Award Date
9/1/20
Completion Date
8/31/23
Dollars Obligated
$361K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.313
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Yellow Springs, OH 45387, USA
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