Currently accepting clients for...

• Family History Research
• Writing /Publishing

Kent Barnett is a genealogy practitioner and oral historian committed to ethical research, accurate documentation, and the responsible preservation of family and community histories. He completed the Oral History Training Institute at the Science History Institute, receiving advanced instruction in legal and ethical frameworks, informed consent, interview methodology, project planning, transcription, metadata creation, and the long‑term preservation of analog and digital materials. Kent’s work aligns closely with APG’s professional standards. His training strengthens his ability to conduct high‑quality interviews with relatives, clients, and community members; create accurate and verifiable transcripts; and steward sensitive historical materials with care. He integrates oral testimony with documentary evidence to build well‑supported, contextualized genealogical narratives. Dedicated to professionalism and ethical practice, Kent helps individuals and families understand their histories through rigorous research, thoughtful interpretation, and responsible archival stewardship.

Research Time Periods

• 21st Century
• 20th Century
• 19th Century
• 18th Century
• 17th Century
• 16th Century and Earlier

Languages
English

Certificates
Genealogist Certification, IAP Career College

Affiliations
Member of: APG NGS IAP Genealogist Library of Congress Researcher

Degrees
MBA, Robert Morris University Information Technology, Robert Morris University