The Tourism and Culture Division, City of Hamilton, presents the annual Hamilton & Scourge Memorial Sunset Ceremony, Thursday August 8, 2024 at the Confederation Park Naval Memorial Garden.

The service runs from 7:00pm – 7:45pm.  

The event marks the loss of 53 sailors who went down with two United States schooners, Hamilton & Scourge, during the War of 1812. Members of the American Legion in Canada form the Flag Party as part of the ceremony, which includes the story of the sinking by local historian Commander Robert Williamson RCN(r). Naval Cadets place flags and flowers at each stone. The singing of the national anthems will be performed by tenor Jason Hales, and music provided by a bugler and piper.  

The preservation and presentation of the Hamilton & Scourge National Historic Site would not be possible without the leadership and funding provided by City Council.

Directions to Confederation Park Naval Memorial Garden:

Exit QEW and proceed north on route 20 (Centennial Parkway). Turn left onto Van Wagners Beach Road. Turn Right into Confederation Park on Confederation Drive. Proceed through the gates. Stay on Confederation Drive. The site is on the north side of the road. Parking is available near the Edge Water Pavilion. Site coordinates:  https://www.google.ca/maps/@43.2462222,-79.7546749,17z