While churches are common locations for columbaria, they are by no means the only ones. Here are some other organizations and entities that often install columbaria:

Commercial Entities

  • Cemeteries: Many cemeteries offer columbarium niches as an alternative to ground burial.
  • Funeral homes: Some funeral homes have on-site columbaria.
  • Memorial parks: These often include columbarium options as part of their services.
  • Universities
  • Retirement Communities

Government and Public Institutions

  • Veterans’ cemeteries: These frequently have columbarium sections to honor deceased veterans.
  • Public parks: Some cities or towns incorporate columbaria into public parks, offering a community-oriented memorial space.

Other Organizations

  • Crematories: Some crematories offer columbarium options for families.
  • Pet cemeteries: These often have columbaria for cremated pets.

It’s important to note that the specific offerings can vary widely based on location and the organization’s focus.