Dixon Gallery & Gardens
Gulcan D. is a Visual Arts Specialist at Shelby County Schools, working with middle school students. Gulcan is also the Print Making Manager at Dixon Gallery & Gardens, overseeing a summer art program in partnership with the University of Memphis. In addition, Gulcan is an instructor for the TAG Teen Outreach Program at Dixon Art Gallery. Previously, Gulcan served as an Art Teacher at Lamplighter Montessori School and Instructor at MMI, focusing on Montessori Education. Gulcan holds an EdS in Educational Leadership and Administration from The University of Memphis, and a MA in Art Education from Memphis College of Art.
Dixon Gallery & Gardens
Founded in 1976 by Hugo and Margaret Dixon, the Dixon Gallery and Gardens is a fine art museum and public garden distinguished by its diverse and innovative programs in the arts and horticulture. The Dixon features a permanent collection of over 2,000 objects, including French and American Impressionist paintings and significant holdings of German and English porcelain. The museum organizes and presents eight to ten exhibitions every year, the diversity of which appeals to visitors of all ages. The Dixon’s seventeen acre campus is highly regarded public garden that includes formal spaces, woodland tracts, and cutting gardens. The Dixon is accredited by the American Association Museums and is a member of the American Public Gardens Association and Botanical Gardens Conservation International.