Project Grant ST256892OMS24
Award Date
10/1/24
Completion Date
4/30/27
Dollars Obligated
$477K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
15.929
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Edgartown, MA 02539, USA
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