How to Choose a Columbarium

How to Choose a Columbarium

Here are some factors to consider when choosing a columbarium: Location: Consider the location of the columbarium. Do you want it to be close to your home or place of worship? Do you want it to be in a certain type of setting, such as a cemetery or a park?...
What is a Columbarium Niche?

What is a Columbarium Niche?

A columbarium niche is a small, above-ground compartment in a columbarium wall or structure that is used to store the cremated remains of a deceased person. Columbariums are typically found in cemeteries, churches, and funeral homes. Niche sizes vary, but they...
Columbaria and the Columbaria niche originated from the Romans

Columbaria and the Columbaria niche originated from the Romans

The ancient Greeks and Romans used columbaria to house the columbaria niche where the ashes of the dead were preserved. This custom began in the early first century and was found predominantly in Rome.  Burial laws during the reign of Augustus were revised to do...
How to Choose a Columbarium

What is a Columbarium Niche and how do you design a columbarium?

The Everest columbarium niche is a module or container manufactured to hold an urn. The exterior is covered with a granite faceplate inscribed with the decedent’s name, date of birth, and date of death. The columbarium niches are designed into groups or configurations...
How to Install a Columbarium?

How to Install a Columbarium?

First, a Columbarium begins with a design plan using the Everest CAD niche specifications for the columbarium.  Everest recommends using an architect or contractor who has visited the site. This person develops a unique design that is suitable and complementary...