Montana's only statewide cultural magazine, published quarterly since the early 2000s. We explore Montana's culture, history, and character through long-form literary journalism—stories that go beyond surface impressions to reveal hidden complexity. Our readers don't just want to know what Montana looks like. They want to understand what it means.

Key Details:

• Quarterly publication
• 66,000 copies per issue (264,000 annual circulation)
• 1 million annual readers
• Statewide distribution plus Pacific Northwest retail (Barnes & Noble, WinCo, Albertsons)
• 1,000+ paid subscribers

Editorial Focus:

• Historical profiles of forgotten or underappreciated figures
• Deep dives into Montana places with layered histories
• Stories about Montana institutions, traditions, and cultural phenomena
• Pieces exploring the intersection of myth and reality
• Natural history and environmental stories
• Cultural heritage and preservation

Our annual showcase of Bozeman's preeminent business leaders and professionals across diverse fields. Each invitation-only profile celebrates the innovative entrepreneurs and visionary professionals whose creative energy defines Bozeman's extraordinary character. We craft each feature with the same exceptional quality in design, photography, and storytelling that has established Distinctly Montana as the Treasure State's premier publication.

Key Details:

• Published annually each January
• Direct mail to 20,000+ high-income Bozeman households
• Professional photography and custom profiles
• Exclusive, one Face per industry category
• Premium glossy presentation

Categories Include: Accounting, Architecture, Custom Home Building, Hospitality, Healthcare, Wealth Management, and many more