a person who solicits contributions or pledges. 2. a gathering held for such solicitation: a fund-raiser to aid the campaign of the Senate candidate. Origin of fund-raiser.
Visiting the Smithsonian. Welcome to the Smithsonian. When you visit the Smithsonian, youâre entering the worldâs largest museum, education, and research complex, with approximately 154 million artifacts and specimens in its trust for the American people.
Collectively called the Smithsonian Institution, this world-class museum and research complex in DC consists of 17 museums, galleries and a zoo. Learn about everything from the origins of man and the future of flight to the history of art and more. The best part? Admission is free at every location.