Determine how many days you're going to spend at the museum.
Go to the Smithsonian's website and click on "Events." Browse through the events and match them to your planned visit day. Click on "Exhibitions" and look through the planned museum exhibits that matches the days you plan to be at the Smithsonian.
Take stock of your travel options. Brows different travel agencies for airline and hotel fees.
Confirm your airline tickets and check your hotel's website for full information about accommodations.
Read through different travel magazines and history related magazine websites. Read the writer and photo submission guidelines. Contact travel editors and let them know that you'd be interested in submitting Smithsonian Institute articles.
Get your laptop, cameras and writing resources together. You have the opportunity to enjoy the museum and get paid for it. Proof of an editor's permission will open doors to places other visitors won't have access to.
