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Amongst the arid expanse of Southwest Nevada, there’s a sight that will stop one dead in their tracks (and make sure that person is buried properly). For almost twenty years, “Coffinwood” has been a featured roadside attraction for its full-fledged commitment to its name, featuring various decorations, structures, and ornamentation in the shape of a funerary box. There’s even a six-sided gazebo. At this casket-covered property, truly anything goes when it comes to coffins– even weddings.
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Going through a family tragedy in 1997, Bryan Schoening was dismayed at his treatment by the funeral industry and decided to dedicate his life to helping others go through the grieving process. He was a carpenter by trade, so what better way to help than to begin making affordable old-fashioned coffins? He began a custom coffin-making business, “Coffin It Up,” and in 2005, Bryan and his wife Dusty became the caretakers of this decidedly morbid property on the outskirts of Death Valley.
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When it comes to coffins, Schoening’s creativity can be observed right from the front yard, with coffin-shaped columns along the house’s porch, an assortment of skulls, and planters that could go six feet under. Over the years, Bryan has built coffin-shaped kitchens, bookcases, trellises, and even a piece of luggage (for a coroner of course). It’s no wonder then that he is also the head of “The Church of the Coffin.” For couples making sure to really instill the vow of “Til death do us part,” macabre matrimony can also take place on the property.
While not fully open to the public, tours can be reserved (along with weddings) to explore the property. Whether purchasing a unique coffin CD case or running into certain grim characters, one thing is for certain, you’ll never be bored to death here.
