Project Grant ST256886OMS24
Award Date
10/1/24
Completion Date
9/30/25
Dollars Obligated
$2.8M
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
15.929
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
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