Titusville is a city located in Brevard County, Florida, known for its close proximity to the Kennedy Space Center. The city was founded in 1867 when Confederate Col. Henry Theodore Titus arrived in the area and established a small community. Titusville quickly grew as a result of the arrival of the Florida East Coast Railway in the late 1800s, becoming an important hub for the transportation of goods and people.
Titusville has been home to a number of notable individuals, including astronaut John Young, who flew on the first Gemini and Apollo missions, as well as professional golfer Arnold Palmer, who owned a golf course in the city.
The population of Titusville has fluctuated over the years, reaching a peak of over 40,000 in the 1970s before declining slightly in recent years. As of the 2020 census, the population was estimated to be around 46,000.
Titusville is located on the eastern coast of Florida, along the Indian River Lagoon. The city is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the east and the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge to the south.
Titusville's economy is primarily driven by tourism, with the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex attracting visitors from around the world. The city also has a strong aerospace industry, with several companies involved in space exploration and technology.
Titusville has a rich cultural heritage, with a number of museums, art galleries, and performing arts venues. The city hosts several annual events, including the Space Coast Warbird Airshow and the Titusville Sea Turtle Festival.