MyMemeCards editorial team
Watch the ref
Nobody has added this meme's ref yet. Got the original video or post?
In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “The Burning House” is a common card of the Memes World series 74, number 22162 of the collection, and the 136th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “The Burning House” meme mean?
This project explores the emotional weight of material possessions. By imagining disaster, participants share what truly matters: memories, relationships, or passions. It offers a vulnerable reflection on essentials amidst peril.
Where does the “The Burning House” meme come from?
American photographer Foster Huntington launched the blog The Burning House on Tumblr on May 10, 2011. The idea originated during a dinner in April 2011. Huntington initially posted ten photos of his own choices. He then invited the public to submit an image and a list of items to save. The goal was to make participants reflect on the true importance of material goods. Sources do not specify the exact identity of the dinner guests or the precise date of that meeting. The format relies on careful photography and personal storytelling around each selected object.
- April 2011Foster Huntington conceives the concept during a dinner with friends.
- May 10, 2011Official publication of the blog on Tumblr with initial submissions.
How to use the “The Burning House” meme
- Share a photo of a sentimental item to illustrate your family history.
- Spark a debate on minimalism by listing the few things deemed essential.
- Create a visual time capsule by documenting current possessions with emotion.
Also searched as
- the burning house meme
- the burning house foster huntington
- the burning house meaning
- the burning house origin
The “The Burning House” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22162 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 74 |
| Fame | 63/100 · #136 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “The Burning House” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; The Burning House comes out of the Memes World series 74 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
Open your free pack
5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
Free · no account needed
Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
Memes like “The Burning House”
More cards of the Memes World series 74
Frequently asked questions
What is The Burning House?
It is an art project and blog launched in 2011 by Foster Huntington. It asks people to photograph items they would save if their house burned down.
Who is Foster Huntington?
Foster Huntington is an American artist and photographer known for collaborative projects on human relationships and social rituals.
The Burning House origin?
The project stems from a conversation during a dinner in April 2011 before being published on Tumblr in May of the same year.
How do I get the The Burning House meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “The Burning House” is a common card of the Memes World series 74. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the The Burning House card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: The Burning House · The Burning House Book — - A Restless Transplant · Random Acts of Inspiration: The Burning House · checked on October 16, 2026.
Read next
Want The Burning House in your collection?
Open your free pack: 5 meme cards, no account needed.