Project Grant RE254834OLS23A
Award Date
1/1/25
Completion Date
7/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$191K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.313
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Columbia, SC 29208, USA
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