Author Archives: Sterling Historical Society

Charles Adelbert Lester

Posted on December 24, 2014 by Sterling Historical Society

Charles Adelbert Lester (1845 May 16…) Son of James and Symantha Skeel Lester. Private in the 184th New York State Volunteers born  1845 May 16 enlisting  1865 August 25 discharged  1865 … Continue reading →

Dutch Reformed Church

Posted on September 21, 2013 by Sterling Historical Society

DUTCH REFORMED Church organized in 1847. First meeting at Wolcott. Building completed in 1855. Destroyed by fire 1881. Joined Cayuga Presbytery. This marker was erected by the Sterling Historical Society … Continue reading →

Village House

Posted on December 31, 2012 by Sterling Historical Society

VILLAGE HOUSE Built by early settlers in the area and dating to 1830 this home is considered one of the oldest structures in the town of Sterling. This marker stands … Continue reading →