Atlanta, Delaware facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Atlanta, Delaware
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 Atlanta, Delaware
Location in Delaware
Atlanta, Delaware
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Delaware |
| County | Sussex |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 302 |
| GNIS feature ID | 216021 |
Atlanta is a small place in Sussex County, Delaware, United States. It's called an "unincorporated community," which means it's not an official town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
Atlanta is located in the southern part of Delaware. It sits right on Delaware Route 18, a road that helps people travel through the area. It's also quite close to the border of the state of Maryland.
A Special Historic House
One important landmark in Atlanta is the Melson House. This house has a special history!
What is the Melson House?
The Melson House is an old building that has been kept safe and preserved. It was built a long time ago and shows us what homes looked like in the past.
Why is it important?
In 1978, the Melson House was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This is a special list kept by the United States government. When a building or place is on this list, it means it's very important to the history of the country. It helps make sure these places are protected for future generations to learn from and enjoy.
See also
In Spanish: Atlanta (Delaware) para niños
