About the 2024 National Congress in Buffalo, New York

Four Centuries of Naval and Maritime History

02-05 October 2024

The Naval Order’s 2024 Congress of the General Commandery will be held from Wednesday, October 2nd through Saturday, October 5th at the Hyatt Regency Buffalo Hotel & Conference Center, in Buffalo, New York. The site is located about 11 miles from the Buffalo-Niagara International Airport (BUF).

The Hyatt Regency Buffalo is located in walking distance to the waterfront, KeyBank Center, and Shea’s Buffalo Theatre. It is the perfect base for our Congress and for Companions to enjoy Buffalo’s rich history, culture and museums. The Hyatt Regency Buffalo has nearly 400 rooms and we currently have a room block of 50 rooms reserved at $179 per night plus taxes of about $25/night. These rates apply for Congress registrants for up to 3 days before and after the Congress from Sunday, September 29th through Tuesday, October 8th. Hotel parking is currently priced at $29.50 valet per day and $15.00 self-park per day. Each individual guest must make his or her own reservation by using Hyatt’s on-line reservation (click here to view Hotel details).

Companions registering for, or considering participating in the 2024 Annual Congress are asked to consider the following tours, identify ones that you are interested in, and e-mail CDR Michael Zuffoletto, CHC, USN (Ret) (Fr. Mike) with your preferences at mpz@aol.com by June 15th. This date is so we can make necessary reservations for transportation.

There is something for everyone in Buffalo. Companions are encouraged to consider participating in this Congress and taking advantage of exploring Western New York and this unique city. Buffalo was front and center at many of the most pivotal moments of the 19th and 20th centuries. Its history is surprising and rich, replete with countless historic sites and museum-worthy stories. Battles were waged here as the War of 1812 played out at Old Fort Niagara. Fortunes were made, jazz legends jammed and American presidents lived, died, governed and are interred there.

The Hyatt Regency Buffalo Concierge is pleased to assist Companions with excursions to local attractions that are not included in the Naval Order’s Schedule of Events. Click here for Tour suggestions.

The 2024 Congress of the General Commandery is an exciting opportunity to meet in a region that played a pivotal role in our Nation’s history. In conjunction with necessary Naval Order business, there are countless attractions for Companions to pursue personal interests. We look forward to seeing you at the Congress in “the City of Light.”

Please send any questions to CAPT Paul Crissy, USCG (ret.) at pcrissy@comcast.net or call (703) 725-2654