Project Grant ST252515OMS22
Award Date
12/1/22
Completion Date
11/30/25
Dollars Obligated
$1.4M
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
15.929
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Manitowoc, WI 54220, USA
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