Saluda

Saluda Indians

The Saluda Tribe’s exact origins remain unclear, but evidence suggests they were a band of Shawnee, part of the Algonquian linguistic family. Historically, they settled along the Saluda River, with records indicating their movement to Conestogo, Pennsylvania, around 1730. George Hunter’s map from that time notes the Saluda settlement and highlights the influence of migrating Shawnee bands. Although their population remains undocumented, the name Saluda endures in various geographical locations today.

Saluda Tribe

Saluda Indians. A small tribe formerly living on Saluda river, South Carolina. According to Rivers (Hist. S.C., 38, 1856) they removed to Pennsylvania probably early in the 18th century, which, if true would indicate that they were probably connected with the Shawnee. In addition to that of the river, the name survives in Saluda gap in the Blue Ridge.