Project Grant ST255006OMS23
Award Date
10/1/23
Completion Date
9/30/25
Dollars Obligated
$632K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
15.929
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Corona, Queens, NY, USA
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