(KLZA)-- In celebration of Black History Month in February, Peru State College will be showcasing the permanent collection of African art donated by Dr. Natalie Hahn.

The art will be featured from February 8 through 29 in the AV Larson Gallery on the Campus of a Thousand Oaks. A reception will be held on Thursday, Feb. 8, from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. The public is invited to attend.

This past fall, Peru State dedicated the Dr. Natalie Hahn African Art Collection which Hahn gave to the Peru State College Foundation.

Hahn, a Polk, Neb. native, donated over 200 pieces. Many of the pieces are on display in academic buildings on campus.

The gallery hours are Monday through Thursday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. or by appointment. To schedule an appointment, please contact Associate Professor of Art, Susan Moore at smoore@peru.edu or at 402-872-2237.