Project Grant ST252537OMS22
Award Date
10/1/22
Completion Date
9/30/23
Dollars Obligated
$2M
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
15.929
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Honolulu, HI 96818, USA
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