Smithsonian Magazine

Smithsonian Magazine buys first North American serial rights only. Article length ranges from a 700-word humor column to a 4,000-word full-length feature. Editors want articles that fall within the general range of Smithsonian Institution interests, such as: cultural history, physical science, art and natural history. The editors are always looking for offbeat subjects and profiles. Payment various per feature, up to $1,500 per short piece.