The church is located in Liberty Park , overlooking the National September 11 Memorial & Museum . Its dome is inspired by the world-famous Byzantine Church of the Savior in Edirnekapı , Istanbul . It will contain a meditation/bereavement space and a community room housed in the upper levels above the Narthex " to welcome visitors and faithful . " According to its official website , the new " Saint Nicholas would welcome all and be a House of Prayer for all people . " It will replace the original church of the same name located at 155 Cedar Street , which was destroyed on September 11 , 2001 when the South Tower of the World Trade Center collapsed after being struck by United Airlines Flight 175 . It was the only building not part of the World Trade Center complex to be completely destroyed as a result of the attacks , although the Deutsche Bank Building next door was later demolished due to severe damage and contamination
United Airlines Flight 175
United Airlines Flight 175
St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church