A cremation container convertible into a birdhouse includes an inner chamber for at least temporarily storing cremation ashes therein, an end face having a first opening in communication with the inner chamber, a peripheral side surface extending from the end face and having a second opening in communication with the inner chamber and a plug fitted in the second opening, which is removable upon conversion of the cremation container into a birdhouse. The first opening is sized for insertion and removal of the cremation ashes in the inner chamber and the second opening is sized to permit entry of a bird into the inner chamber. The container further includes mounting structure for mounting a birdhouse roof to the container.