Project Grant ST256879OMS24
Award Date
12/1/24
Completion Date
4/30/27
Dollars Obligated
$347K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
15.929
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
New York, NY 10011, USA
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