Project Grant ST256896OMS24
Award Date
10/1/24
Completion Date
3/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$407K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Awardee
Museum Of Glass (EYLJM7D7FLM5)
Federal Grant Program
15.929
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Tacoma, WA 98402, USA
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