Project Grant RE250081OLS21
Award Date
9/1/21
Completion Date
8/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$956K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.313
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Juneau, AK, USA
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