Project Grant ST256878OMS24
Award Date
10/1/24
Completion Date
9/30/27
Dollars Obligated
$295K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
15.929
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
San Francisco, CA 94105, USA
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