About Me
Hi, I’m Barbara Beauregard, a professional genealogist with a passion for helping people uncover and preserve their family’s history. For over 40 years, I’ve been diving into genealogical research, and since 2014, I’ve been combining traditional methods with DNA technology to break down brick walls, reunite families, and solve mysteries about biological parents and unknown relatives. Most recently, I’ve added artificial intelligence (AI) to my toolbox, using it to enhance research, organize records, and bring family stories to life in new and innovative ways.
What I Do
I love teaching others how to explore their family roots. Through workshops, presentations, webinars, online courses, and my growing library of free mini webinars, I share practical techniques for both traditional genealogy and modern tools like DNA testing and artificial intelligence. My mission is to make genealogy accessible, engaging, and lasting for all generations.
I’m also the author of Here Today, Gone Tomorrow: Protecting & Preserving Your Family History from the Unexpected. This book is packed with strategies to safeguard your research, and it serves as the foundation for my upcoming online course, “Protecting and Preserving Your Genealogy from the Unexpected.” My book is for sale on Amazon.com and available in Paperback and eBook formats.
The TIME Capsule Model™
I have recently created the TIME Capsule Model™ to help family historians preserve and share their work in a meaningful, lasting way. This 4-part framework blends traditional genealogy with modern tools like AI, digital archives, and QR codes to ensure your family history isn’t just saved, but truly accessible and appreciated by future generations.
TIME stands for:
- T – Tell Your Story through memories, interviews, and family journeys.
- I – Identify What Matters Most by safeguarding essential records and heirlooms.
- M – Make It Accessible in both digital and physical formats.
- E – Ensure Ethical Stewardship with respect for privacy, consent, and culture.
AI & Genealogy
As technology evolves, I’m especially excited about the possibilities of AI in genealogy. From breaking down brick walls and building smarter timelines, to generating ancestor stories and creating digital legacies, I teach genealogists how to use AI responsibly and ethically. My webinars and upcoming book The AI Genealogist explore these innovations in depth.
My Work
As a Search Angel for WikiTreeAdoption.org and a team member of DNAAdoption.org, I’ve helped many people across the U.S. and Canada find answers and reconnect with their past. I’m also active in several genealogical organizations and currently serve as Vice President of the Henderson County Genealogical and Historical Society in Hendersonville, NC.
Beyond Genealogy
In addition to research and teaching, I design and maintain websites for genealogy-related organizations and projects, including Hcghs.org, Dnaadoption.org, AncestrySeeking.com, ChagnonFamilyTree.com, PleasantHillCemeteryAssociation.org, and VTGenLib.org.
Let’s Connect
If you have questions, need guidance, or want to learn more about preserving your family history, I’d love to hear from you!
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Protecting & Preserving Your Family History from the Unexpected”
Together, we can uncover the stories and connections that make your family history unique, and ensure they’re preserved for generations to come.