Sheldon, Arizona facts for kids
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Sheldon, Arizona
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 Sheldon, Arizona
Location in Arizona
Sheldon, Arizona
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arizona |
| County | Greenlee |
| Elevation | 3,586 ft (1,093 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (MST) |
| Area code(s) | 928 |
| FIPS code | 04-65910 |
| GNIS feature ID | 24612 |
Sheldon is a small, quiet place in Greenlee County, Arizona. It is known as a populated place, which means it's a community without its own local government. Sheldon is located very close to the border with New Mexico.
Sheldon's Location and History
Sheldon is found in the eastern part of Arizona, right next to the New Mexico state line. This area is known for its beautiful desert landscapes and wide-open spaces.
Who Was Sheldon Named After?
This place was named after a person named Lionel Sheldon. He was an important figure in the history of the American Southwest. Lionel Sheldon served as the governor of the New Mexico Territory from 1881 to 1885. A "territory" is like a region that is part of a country but not yet a full state.
Sheldon's Post Office Days
For a short time, Sheldon had its own post office. It first opened in 1908. A post office is a place where people can send and receive mail. However, the post office in Sheldon did not stay open for very long. It closed its doors in 1919. This means it was only in operation for about 11 years.
