In the early 1990s, Novato made a Key to the City for child actor Elijah Wood after he filmed Radio Flyer; it sat at City Hall for 30+ years until a fan finally handed it to him
- Posted on September 11, 2026
- By The Times of India
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In brief
A remarkable story of a forgotten civic honor finally reaching its intended recipient. In the early 1990s, Novato, California presented child star Elijah Wood with a Key to the City following the filming of Radio Flyer in the area. The ceremonial key remained unclaimed at City Hall for over three decades until an observant fan discovered it and made the effort to deliver it personally to Wood, turning a lost piece of Hollywood history into a meaningful connection between the community and the celebrated actor.
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In the early 1990s, Novato made a Key to the City for child actor Elijah Wood after he filmed Radio Flyer; it sat at City Hall for 30+ years until a fan finally handed it to him
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