The Smithsonian Channel has begun offering video content on Apple's iTunes Store, as pointed out by the Associated Press. Currently, the time frame for the launch is unknown, but according to the article, the shows will go for the usual price of $1.99. The channel currently carries carries offerings on History, Natural Wonders, America's Stories, and Smithsonian Kids.

As of June of this year, Apple offers over 20,000 TV programs from almost 80 networks including HBO, CNN, Comedy Central, Cartoon Network, ESPN, and countless others. Thus far, Apple has helped sell over 125 million episodes since the inception of television show sales in October of 2005. The Smithsonian looks to be capitalizing on the momentum of the iTunes Store by adding its own content to the mix, and while it's no NBC (*cough*), it's always nice to have additional shows to choose from.