The American River has played a significant role in the culture and development of the rafting and kayaking community for decades. From June 26 to August 17, 2025, Switchboard Gallery showcased an exhibition that featured the culture of the whitewater community of El Dorado County, with an opening reception on Thursday, June 26, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. The exhibition featured a wide range of vintage and contemporary photographs, films, and historically relevant ephemera that has played a part in the story of our local rivers, creeks, and waterways.