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Cocoa Beach Area GuideCocoa Beach is a beautiful city located in southern Florida. Cocoa Beach has attracted a number of nicknames ranging from the “Friendly Frontier of Space, Recreation, and Quality Living” to “the quintessential beach town”, living up to them all. Located about an hour from Orlando, Cocoa Beach offers visitors and residents alike fantastic attractions and activities, gorgeous beaches, and choice dining and shopping. If you love golfing or fishing, you’re going to love Cocoa Beach! To discover all this and more about this wonderful city, please visit Cocoa Beach’s official website at: http://www.cityofcocoabeach.com/
History The area that would one day become Cocoa Beach was first settled by a family of freed slaves following the Civil War. In 1888, the area was bought by a group of men from the City of Cocoa which went undeveloped until 1923. At this time, the land was bought out Cocoa’s city attorney, Gus Edwards. Gus devoted all of his time to developing the area and by June 5, 1925, his hard work paid off with the founding of the Town of Cocoa Beach. Gus was elected as mayor and served as a commissioner along with J.A. Haisten, and R.Z. Grabel. On Jul 27, 1925, Cocoa Beach held its first official meeting and adopted a City Seal. In 1935, the FDOT opened up a one lane dirt road to Eau Gallie that later became A1A. In 1938, the first policeman was appointed in Cocoa Beach and, by 1939, the town of Cocoa Beach had 49 residents. At the beginning of 1942, the town prepared to receive men assigned to the newly opened Naval Air Station Banana River. Things remained relatively peaceful up until May 1, 1942 when the German submarine U-109 sank the La Paz off the shore of Cocoa Beach. Locals were recruited to salvage what they could off of the sunken submarine and worked to get rid of any debris that washed up on the beach. By mid-World War II, Cocoa Beach experienced money shortages for employees, and money to fix roads. By 1950, the first volunteer fire department was created and by 1951 the city’s first stoplight was introduced at the intersection of what is now A1A and Minuteman Causeway. In 1954, the first library was opened by the Woman’s Club in a building that was used by the Fire Department. In 1955, the city prepared to house the people that were going to be launching missiles from what is now Cape Canaveral Air Force Station. On June 29, 1957, Cocoa Beach became incorporated as a city. Cocoa Beach boomed in the 1960’s, growing more than 1000% between 1950 and 1960. This growth could mainly be attributed to America's space program, what with NASA’s John F. Kennedy Space Center being located less than 15 miles North of Cocoa Beach. Many people moved to Cocoa Beach for their jobs involving the space program. After manned space flights, the City of Cocoa Beach held parades in honor of the astronauts. For this and more information on Cocoa Beach’s rich history, Cocoa Beach History Parks and Recreation Cocoa Beach is home to a number of delightful parks and recreational opportunities that are sure to meet everyone’s needs. From incredible beach side parks and recreational facilities to beautiful nature preserves, Cocoa Beach has got you covered. Wander along sun dappled paths or watch the kids play on one of Cocoa Beach’s safe playgrounds. For more information about Cocoa Beach’s parks and recreation opportunities, please visit: Cocoa Beach Parks & Recreation Attractions and Activities Cocoa Beach is home to a vast assortment of magnificent attractions and activities that draw visitors from all over. Discover more about Cocoa Beach’s rich history by taking a walk through one of the area’s delightful museums or take in the beauty at one of the area’s art galleries. Take in the fresh air and scenic views at Cocoa Beach Pier or one of Temple’s many top-notch parks. If you are looking for something to do around Cocoa Beach, why not play a round of golf at one of the area’s fantastic golf clubs or take in an exciting game at one of Cocoa Beach’s exciting sports venues? Please feel free to explore the links provide below and realize the excitement that awaits you. Cocoa Beach Area Attractions Cocoa Beach Local Shopping Cocoa Beach Dining Guide Cocoa Beach Golfing Area Sporting Venues Cocoa Beach Pier Events Cocoa Beach Calendar of Events |
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