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|Location name =Elwood City | |Location name =Elwood City | ||
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|Residents=79,567<ref>[[Binky Barnes, Wingman!]]</ref>{{cite}}<br>60,000<ref>"[[Elwood City: A Report]]"</ref> | |Residents=<!--79,567<ref>[[Binky Barnes, Wingman!]]</ref>{{cite}}--><br>60,000<ref>"[[Elwood City: A Report]]"</ref> | ||
|First appearance =''[[Arthur's Nose]]'' (books)<br>"[[Arthur's Eyes]]" (TV series) | |First appearance =''[[Arthur's Nose]]'' (books)<br>"[[Arthur's Eyes]]" (TV series) | ||
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Originally founded in the early 1900s from a swampy lumber town, Elwood City has since grown to a population of 60,000 people. The metro area is home to a number of businesses, attractions and festivals, all of which serve the community and its people. | Originally founded in the early 1900s from a swampy lumber town, Elwood City has since grown to a population of 60,000 people. The metro area is home to a number of businesses, attractions and festivals, all of which serve the community and its people. | ||
==History== | ==History== | ||
[[File:Getsmart -elwood swamp.jpg|thumb|Swampland before Elwood City was founded.|left]] | |||
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{{Main|History of Elwood City}} | |||
The history of Elwood City dates back to the 1800s, when [[Buffalo Bill]] passed through the city during his tour of the country performing for locals.<ref>[[On This Spot]]</ref> The city was officially founded in 1903 by [[Jacob Katzenellenbogan]], who wanted it to be named '''Elmwood City'''.<ref name=":0">[[Elwood City Turns 100!]]</ref> The growth of the city was heavily influenced by the logging industry, transforming the area from swampland to a bustling city. Elwood City celebrated its centennial in 2003 with a historical school musical. | |||
==Location== | ==Location== | ||
[[File:Elwood-city-from-above.png|thumb|The mountainous terrain of the region.]] | [[File:Elwood-city-from-above.png|thumb|The mountainous terrain of the region.]] | ||
===General=== | |||
The geographic area of Elwood City consists of mountains to the north, [[Moose Mountain]] the south, [[Bear Lake]] and [[Button Island]] to the west, and farmland to the east. The city itself is located in the formerly swampy valley between the mountainous areas. <span style="font-weight:normal;">The city is in an area affected by tropical weather, as at least two hurricanes have impacted the region</span>,<ref>[[Shelter from the Storm]]</ref><ref>[[Arthur Goes to Camp]]</ref> but all four seasons are experienced throughout the year.<ref>[[The Blackout]]</ref><ref>[[Ladonna Compson: Party Animal]]</ref><ref>[[The Blizzard]]</ref><ref>[[The Cherry Tree]]</ref> | The geographic area of Elwood City consists of mountains to the north, [[Moose Mountain]] the south, [[Bear Lake]] and [[Button Island]] to the west, and farmland to the east. The city itself is located in the formerly swampy valley between the mountainous areas. <span style="font-weight:normal;">The city is in an area affected by tropical weather, as at least two hurricanes have impacted the region</span>,<ref>[[Shelter from the Storm]]</ref><ref>[[Arthur Goes to Camp]]</ref> but all four seasons are experienced throughout the year.<ref>[[The Blackout]]</ref><ref>[[Ladonna Compson: Party Animal]]</ref><ref>[[The Blizzard]]</ref><ref>[[The Cherry Tree]]</ref> | ||
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=== Evidence for Canadian location === | === Evidence for Canadian location === | ||
There are various references throughout the series to a Canadian location. | There are various references throughout the series to a Canadian location. | ||
*In "[[The Good, the Bad, and the Binky]]," a five dollar bill given to Binky is blue and a twenty given to him is green, characteristics of Canadian paper money.[[File:Tsooscc.png|thumb|168x168px]] | *In "[[The Good, the Bad, and the Binky]]," a five dollar bill given to Binky is blue and a twenty given to him is green, characteristics of Canadian paper money.[[File:Tsooscc.png|thumb|168x168px]] | ||
*Oftentimes, Canadian flags can be spotted in the background of Mr. Ratburn's classroom. | *Oftentimes, Canadian flags can be spotted in the background of Mr. Ratburn's classroom. | ||
*In "[[The Secret Origin of Supernova]]", the comic book convention is in Durham Region, which is in southern Ontario. | *In "[[The Secret Origin of Supernova]]", the comic book convention is in Durham Region, which is in southern Ontario. | ||
The map of the Elwood City-Crown city region strongly resembles that of the Canadian city of Montreal, Quebec[[File:Montreal-City-Map.mediumthumb.jpg|thumb|Map of Montreal, Quebec.]][[File:The Long Road Home 100.jpg|thumb|Map of Elwood City.|centre]] | |||
== Places == | == Places == | ||
===Businesses=== | ===Businesses=== | ||
*'''[[Bowl City]]:''' A bowling alley. Catherine's 16th birthday party was held here.<ref>"[[Surprise!]]"</ref> | *'''[[Bowl City]]:''' A bowling alley. Catherine's 16th birthday party was held here.<ref>"[[Surprise!]]"</ref> | ||
*'''[[Mill Creek Mall]] | *'''[[Mill Creek Mall]]''' is the main mall in Elwood City, featuring multiple stores and shops inside. | ||
*'''[[Perske's Kitchen Shop]]:''' A shop owned by [[Mrs. Perske]] where [[David Read|Arthur's dad]] bought a cake plate for a wedding he was catering.<ref name="FAO">"[[Flaw and Order]]"</ref> | *'''[[Perske's Kitchen Shop]]:''' A shop owned by [[Mrs. Perske]] where [[David Read|Arthur's dad]] bought a cake plate for a wedding he was catering.<ref name="FAO">"[[Flaw and Order]]"</ref> | ||
*'''[[Crosswire Motors]]:''' An automobile dealership owned by [[Ed Crosswire]]. Arthur's mother [[Jane Read|Jane]] is a work-at-home tax accountant and one of Ed's employees. It is located in Northeast Elwood City. | *'''[[Crosswire Motors]]:''' An automobile dealership owned by [[Ed Crosswire]]. Arthur's mother [[Jane Read|Jane]] is a work-at-home tax accountant and one of Ed's employees. It is located in Northeast Elwood City. | ||
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*'''[[Jack's Joke Shop]]:''' A store that sells prank items, neighbored by the ice cream shop. | *'''[[Jack's Joke Shop]]:''' A store that sells prank items, neighbored by the ice cream shop. | ||
*'''[[Meteor Comix]]:''' A comic book store where Arthur and [[D.W. Read|D.W.]] bought their first comic books. | *'''[[Meteor Comix]]:''' A comic book store where Arthur and [[D.W. Read|D.W.]] bought their first comic books. | ||
*'''[[Chickin Lickin']]/[[Sticky Chicken]]:''' a fried chicken restaurant chain. There is one store 5 minutes away from The Sugar Bowl, and one in the [[Mill Creek Mall]].<ref name="SECO">"[[Sue Ellen Chickens Out]]"</ref> | *'''[[Chickin Lickin']]/[[Sticky Chicken]]:''' a fried chicken restaurant chain. There is one store 5 minutes away from The Sugar Bowl, and one in the [[Mill Creek Mall]].<ref name="SECO">"[[Sue Ellen Chickens Out]]"</ref> | ||
*'''[[Billy's Burger Barn]]''': a fast food, burger restaurant. | *'''[[Billy's Burger Barn]]''': a fast food, burger restaurant. | ||
*'''[[Manny's Diner]]:''' a diner owned by [[Manny (chef)|Manny]]. It is located near the city limit of Elwood City.<ref>"[[Lost!]]"</ref> | *'''[[Manny's Diner]]:''' a diner owned by [[Manny (chef)|Manny]]. It is located near the city limit of Elwood City.<ref>"[[Lost!]]"</ref> | ||
*'''[[Al's Pet Shop]]:''' A pet shop that Arthur and his friends often walk past. | *'''[[Al's Pet Shop]]:''' A pet shop that Arthur and his friends often walk past. | ||
*'''[[Care to Ware]] | *'''[[Care to Ware]]:''' Formerly named "Elwood City Clothing Exchange", Muffy helped redesign the store.<ref>"[[Spoiled Rotten!]]"</ref> It donates all of its profits to charity. | ||
*'''[[Hover Park]]:''' An indoor skydiving-type simulation, where the visitor can emulate riding a hoverboard. It is only seen in Arthur's dream at the [[Elwood City Planetarium]], therefore it is not known if it exists in the true future.<ref>"[[D.W. and the Beastly Birthday]]"</ref> | *'''[[Hover Park]]:''' An indoor skydiving-type simulation, where the visitor can emulate riding a hoverboard. It is only seen in Arthur's dream at the [[Elwood City Planetarium]], therefore it is not known if it exists in the true future.<ref>"[[D.W. and the Beastly Birthday]]"</ref> | ||
*'''[[Wonderworld]] | *'''[[Wonderworld]]''': An amusement park. Notable rides include the [[Hurl-a-Whirl]]<ref>[[D.W.'s Imaginary Friend]]</ref> and [[The Buzzard]].<ref>[[D.W. and Bud's Higher Purpose]]</ref> | ||
*'''[[Loring Cinema]] | *'''[[Loring Cinema]]''': A movie theater. | ||
*'''[[Sneed's Seed and Feed (Formerly Chuck's)]]''': A store which sells seed and feed. | |||
===Schools=== | ===Schools=== | ||
There are at least fifteen schools in Elwood City,<ref name=":0" /> but only seven have been identified by name. | There are at least fifteen schools in Elwood City,<ref name=":0" /> but only seven have been identified by name. | ||
*'''[[Lakewood Elementary School]] | *'''[[Lakewood Elementary School]]''': The school that Arthur and his friends attend. The interior includes offices, classrooms, a cafeteria, gymnasium, and a detention room only seen in the early seasons. Outside of the school there is a playground with a jungle gym that is "claimed" by the [[Tough Customers]]. There is also a baseball field, where games such as Lakewood vs. Mighty Mountain and 3rd Graders vs. 4th Graders are held. | ||
*'''[[Mighty Mountain Elementary School]] | *'''[[Mighty Mountain Elementary School]]''' the rivals to Lakewood. Several [[Tough Customers]] went here before transferring to Lakewood. The school building is seen in the episode [[April 9th]]. | ||
*'''[[Glenbrook Academy]] | *'''[[Glenbrook Academy]]''' a private school that [[Nigel Ratburn|Mr. Ratburn]] attended as a child. They went up against Lakewood in a medieval fair.<ref name="TROTK">[[The Return of the King]]</ref> | ||
*'''[[Elwood City Preschool]] | *'''[[Elwood City Preschool]]''' is a local preschool that [[D.W. Read|D.W.]] attends with her friends. Her class is taught by [[Miss Morgan]], the only known teacher. There is also a three-year-old class.<ref>[[Blockheads]]</ref> | ||
*'''[[Elwood City High School]] | *'''[[Elwood City High School]]''' is/was a high school in Elwood City. [[Carl Manino]] and [[Thora Read]] attended it back in the 1950s. | ||
*'''[[PS 22]] | *'''[[PS 22]]''' is a school in Elwood City that is mentioned in "[[Home Sweet Home]]" by both [[Irwin]] and [[Sanjeev]]. It's unknown where the school is as it is never seen or mentioned again. | ||
*'''[[Estabrook]] | *'''[[Estabrook]]''' is an elementary school. Not much is known about it, as its only appearance was when its soccer team faced against Lakewood's in "[[The Big Blow-Up]]". In fact, its name is only mentioned at all in the novelization of the episode. | ||
===Municipal=== | ===Municipal=== | ||
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*'''[[Elwood City Katzenelenbogan Airport]]:''' an airport named after the founder of Elwood City, [[Jacob Katzenellenbogan]]. | *'''[[Elwood City Katzenelenbogan Airport]]:''' an airport named after the founder of Elwood City, [[Jacob Katzenellenbogan]]. | ||
*'''[[Elwood City Gazette]]''': A now defunct news publication from the early 1900s.<ref>[[Get Smart]]</ref> | *'''[[Elwood City Gazette]]''': A now defunct news publication from the early 1900s.<ref>[[Get Smart]]</ref> | ||
*'''[[Elwood City Science Museum & Exploratorium]] | *'''[[Elwood City Science Museum & Exploratorium]]''' | ||
*''' | *[[Spadina Road Animal Shelter|'''Elwood City-Spadina Road Animal Shelter''']] | ||
*'''[[Elwood City Community Center]] | *'''[[Elwood City Community Center]]''' | ||
*'''[[World's End Park]] | *'''[[World's End Park]]''' | ||
===Residences=== | ===Residences=== |