Project Grant ST256900OMS24
Award Date
10/1/24
Completion Date
9/30/26
Dollars Obligated
$185K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
15.929
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
New York, NY 10007, USA
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