Decatur, named for naval hero Stephen Decatur, was founded in 1823 and is located just six miles east of downtown Atlanta. Decatur is the county seat for DeKalb County. The downtown Decatur Square (the area of shops and restaurants around the old Courthouse) was built where two Native American trails once crossed. Today Decatur is a town of approximately 18,000. Some describe Decatur as a cross between Mayberry and Berkeley because of its largely liberal population and small town feel. Downtown Decatur has many restaurants ranging from casual to upscale, as well as art galleries and great shopping. 

City Schools of Decatur are highly recognized and draw many families to the area. Decatur is also in close proximity to many universities and colleges including Emory University, Agnes Scott College, Devry University, and Columbia Theological Seminary.

Decatur offers many leisure time activities. With the many parks located throughout the city, there is sure to be one nearby. For a complete list of parks, playgrounds, and dog parks in the City of Decatur visit this website:

http://www.decaturga.com/cgs_citysvcs_rec_parks.aspx

Among the many historical attractions in the City of Decatur are the Decatur Cemetery, the Old Courthouse located on the downtown square, and numerous historical residential areas. For more historical information visit this website:

http://www.decaturga.com/hist.aspx

 
For more information visit the official City of Decatur website:
http://www.decaturga.com/