Cocoa Beach Glass Bank

The Cocoa Beach Glass Bank, a striking five-story glass building in Cocoa Beach, Florida, opened in 1962 and featured a top-floor restaurant with views of space launches. Despite its initial popularity, the building faced challenges, including the closure of its restaurant and eventual abandonment due to hurricanes and financial crises. After years of legal disputes over its future, the building was ultimately demolished in 2015. Today, it stands as a reminder of Cocoa Beach's vibrant past and the impact of the space race on local businesses.