Smithsonian Magazine Submissions

Smithsonian Magazine accepts unsolicited feature and department proposals from established freelance writers. The publication covers a broad range of subjects including science, history, art, popular culture, and innovation. Proposals are reviewed for both the online platform and the physical magazine. Due to high submission volumes, the editorial team only contacts writers if they are interested in pursuing a story. Technical Requirements: Pitch Length: Maximum 250 words. Portfolio: Required list of previous publications and 3 links to previous writing. Contact Info: Full mailing address, email, and social media (Twitter/LinkedIn) accounts. Constraint: Submit under only one subject area or department at a time.