Did you know the Neuse River is about 2 million years old and named for the Neusiok Indian tribe? It is known as "the River of Peace." "At an estimated 2 million years, the Neuse is one of the oldest rivers in the US. Archaeological evidence indicates the first humans settled around the Neuse as early as 14,000 years ago." https://www.americanrivers.org/river/neuse-river/ Named by English explorer  Arthur Barlowe  in 1584 for the Neusiok Indians, the river was called    Gow-ta-no , or ‘‘ pine in water "  by the  Tuscarora Indians  who thrived along its banks.   - NCPedia source Visit Wake County Genealogical Society's Website  -  Homepage  |  WCGS Events  |  Join WCGS  |  Publications  |  Wake Cemetery Survey Images  | Digital Resources  |  History Resources  |  More Links and Resources  |  Contact