 Sterling's daughter, Cordelia, donated the house and its surrounding estate to the town as a park upon her death in 1931.Since 1932, Sterling House has been known as Sterling House Community Center, running a variety of events, functions, and public service programs for Stratford's community, ranging from day camps for children, to educational programs, sports events, addiction support programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous, and others.The house is a contributing element in the Stratford Center Historic District.