The community of Albany was first developed as a railroad community it is located at the eastern boarder of Livingston parish. Albany was first incorporated by Gov. Robert F. Kennon by proclamation on October 7, 1953. The name Albany first was used by the Illionis Central Railroad in 1906 as they planned a route across Livingston Parish. The name has several theories, but the one most popular is residents wanted to name the town Natalbany because of the Natalbany river. Since there was already a Natalbany, albany was the next logical step. Albany developed as a railroad community and later became the crossroads of U.S. Hwy. 190 and LA Hwy. 43. Albany was a naturally high spot suited for developement, but the first developement was actually three miles south at a community called Maxwell.
Walker- Walker prides itself in the cleanliness of its streets, its excellent schools, and the landscaped entrance to town. Walker was incorporated in 1909 and has now named itself the Pine Tree Capitial of the World. It is located only a short commute from Baton Rouge and has become a bedroom community for workers in that city. Walker, Louisiana, originally named Milton Old Field for Michael Milton who claimed the land in Livingston Parish in 1853. Walker post office established in 1856. Walker itself was named for Wm. E. Walker, M.D., state legislator and organizer of Co. D 16th La. Inf., CSA. The town was finally incorporated in 1909.
Springfield is the oldest town in Livingston Parish it was incorportated in 1838. Its name originates from the numerous springs in the area. It was a site of a Spanish Fort in 1800 and was connected to the Natchez Trace. It was the parish seat of Livingston Parish from 1835-1872 and the old courthouse still stands to prove it.
With its intense growth Albany and Springfield are becoming forces of their own. With Carter Plantation on the rise and several residential neighborhoods coming on line Livingston and St. Helena Parishes futures look bright.
