For families arranging a memorial or celebration of life in Spokane
A Place to Gather, Remember and Eat Together
When your family needs a place to gather and eat after a loss, Corbin has a hall with a piano, a dining hall and a kitchen in one building.
If it is easier to talk, call Mylene at (509) 327-1584 ext. 408
We are sorry for your loss. Corbin in north Spokane has the Henderson Room for the service, with a piano and a stage for speakers. The Dining Hall and a full commercial kitchen are in the same building. Family and friends can gather, speak and eat in one place.
What makes this part so hard?
You have a lot to decide. The room should not be one of the hard parts.
A funeral home room can feel cold. A restaurant has other tables waiting. You may want a room where the family can stay, tell stories and look at photos.
What does Corbin have for a memorial?
- The Henderson Room. It has stained glass windows, a hardwood floor, a raised platform stage and a piano. It seats up to 183 guests at round tables to confirm: 183 or 150.
- The Dining Hall. It seats up to 49. It suits a smaller reception, or the food after the service.
- The kitchen. It has an industrial convection oven, a six-burner stove, an industrial dishwasher and a hot food warming table. The warming table keeps food warm while people talk.
- Tables and linens. The Henderson Room has 60-inch rounds that seat 8, and banquet tables. Linens are available to rent on site.
The service and the reception share one building. The family does not drive across town between them. See the Henderson Room and the Dining Hall and Kitchen.
How long can the family stay?
You choose the hours with Mylene. Tell her how long you want the room, and she will tell you what fits. Time in the room: to confirm: hours included before and after the service.
How soon can a room be ready?
Tell Mylene the date and about how many people will come. She will tell you which rooms are open.
Shortest notice: to confirm: the soonest date Mylene can usually hold a room. A service on a weekend: to confirm: whether a Saturday or Sunday service is possible. Mylene’s line is ext. 408.
What do Corbin’s staff handle?
Mylene Warren handles events and rentals. She sets the date, sends the quote and walks the rooms with you. Setup and cleanup: to confirm: what Corbin staff set up and clean, and what the family does.
You do not have to learn the building. Ask her anything about it.
What about the food?
The kitchen is ready for whoever is cooking. Corbin to confirm: caters in-house, keeps a preferred caterer list, or lets you bring any licensed caterer. The catering page has the details.
Who else can help?
Hospice of Spokane is one of Corbin’s community partners. See all of Corbin’s community partners.
What else might you ask?
These come up. Mylene can answer them when you call.
- Alcohol: Alcohol policy: to confirm: whether renters may serve alcohol, and whether a licensed bartender, permit or extra insurance is required.
- Photos and flowers: Decorations and candles: to confirm: what may hang on walls, and whether open flame or only LED candles are allowed.
- Parking and access: Free parking: to confirm: parking is free, and the number of spaces. Accessible entrance and restrooms: to confirm: ramp, elevator, accessible restrooms and step-free rooms. STA buses run on Monroe, just east of Corbin.
When you are ready
Send the date and the number of guests through the rental inquiry form, or call Mylene at (509) 327-1584 ext. 408. Take the time you need.
Frequently asked questions
Can a room be ready on short notice?
Shortest notice: to confirm: the soonest date Mylene can usually hold a room. Call Mylene at (509) 327-1584 ext. 408 and tell her the date. She will tell you which rooms are open.
Can the family bring food?
The kitchen has an industrial convection oven, a six-burner stove, an industrial dishwasher and a hot food warming table. Corbin to confirm: caters in-house, keeps a preferred caterer list, or lets you bring any licensed caterer. The catering page has the details.
Can we show a slideshow and play music?
Slideshow and sound: to confirm: what screen, projector and sound equipment a family can use, and whether it costs extra. The Henderson Room has a piano and a raised platform stage for speakers.
Is there help with the cost for families?
Help with cost: to confirm: whether Corbin offers a reduced rate or payment help for families. Corbin is a nonprofit, and Mylene quotes each event. Ask her what is possible.
Do members get a discount?
Member discount: to confirm: whether members or their families get a discount on rentals. Tell Mylene if the person you are remembering was a member.
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Where to next?
- The Henderson Room, for the service
- The Dining Hall and Kitchen, for the reception and the food
- Catering at Corbin
- Back to all rentals at Corbin